Brain, Leadership & the Future of Humans

Mindfulness And Ancient Wisdom For Turbulent In Modern Times Podcast with Dr. Rick Hanson & Manish Behl.

Have We Become So Consumed by Distractions That We’ve Forgotten How to Protect Our Attention?

In this eye-opening episode of Leaders of the Future, I sat down with Dr. Rick Hanson world-renowned psychologist, author, and expert on resilience to explore a question that might shape the next era of leadership:

💡 In a world hijacked by distractions, how do we protect our attention, sharpen our minds, and lead with clarity?

Dr. Hanson reveals why attention is your most fundamental asset — it shapes your thoughts, your decisions, and your future. Yet, today’s world is designed to hijack it.
“Attention,” he explains, “is like a spotlight and a vacuum cleaner. It illuminates what you focus on and pulls it deep into your brain.”

Backed by neuroscience and ancient wisdom, this conversation explores how leaders can build mental strength, resist distractions, and focus strategically in an overstimulated world.

In this episode, we explore:

🔹 Why mastering attention is the key to reclaiming your life and leadership
🔹 How to train your brain to stay strong and focused in a noisy world
🔹 Simple daily practices to protect your attention and build resilience

Listening to this podcast is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and discover how to reclaim your most precious resource your attention.

Manish Behl : World Renowned Mindfulness Master & Leadership Guru

Global Mindfulness Expert | Founder – Mindfulness India Summit & Mindful Science Centre. Manish Behl is a globally respected expert in Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, and Leadership, known for helping individuals and organisations thrive through science-backed practices.

Founder of Mindfulness India Summit and Mindful Science Centre, he brings over 25 years of CEO-level experience and is an ICF PCC coach. His work equips leaders with tools to reduce stress, enhance focus, and lead with clarity and purpose.

founder of Mindfulness India Summit and Mindful Science Centre

A TEDx speaker and neuroscience advocate, Manish inspires transformation through practical insights that boost performance, resilience, and wellbeing.