The Flow State, Mindfulness, and Mirror Neurons: Upgrading the Operating System of the Mind – Part I & II
By Kenneth Bonett Part I 4-5 minute read Introduction With the 2024 Summer Olympics well on their way, it’s a perfect time to delve into the states of mind that athletes experience during peak performance: The Flow State. Additionally, we’ll delve into why watching sports is so captivating, exploring how the phenomenon of mirror neurons allows […]
Everyday Insights – June 2024
By Kenneth Bonett Everyday Insights – June 2024
The Most Important Idea I Have Ever Learned: You Don’t Need to Be Who You Were Yesterday (Unless You’re Batman) – Part I, II, & III
By Kenneth Bonett Part I 6/22/20244-5 minute read I’ve been humbled by how my writing has positively impacted people’s lives. The heartfelt phone calls, thoughtful text messages, and meaningful direct messages have shown me the power of sharing meaningful ideas. As I launch my new website and upcoming podcast, I’m excited to see where this […]
How does Mindfulness Meditation Transform the Brain?
Illuminated Path: Transforming Suffering into Conscious Awareness
By Kenneth Bonett 6/11/2024 3-4 minute read I once had a patient with alcohol use disorder, found wandering the streets in a disheveled state. When I went to the ED to meet them for the first time, the smell of vomit filled the air as I entered the room. Their eyes, wild and unfocused, darted […]
Dissolving the Ego: Avoid Getting Lost in the Stories We Tell Ourselves
By Kenneth Bonett 6/7/2024 2-3 minute read Much of life is constructed from the ego and the stories we tell ourselves. Reflecting on my experiences in medical school, I see how drastically different internal narratives shaped my self-perception during various rotations. During my surgery rotation, I imagined myself as a rugged, determined medical student with […]
