A Mindful Nation

When A Mindful Nation was first published, mindfulness had yet to ingrain itself into our everyday way of life. Yet, with the ever-increasing pace of communication, flow of information and pervasive urge to do more, the lessons from A Mindful Nation are perhaps even more important today. In this updated edition, retitled Healing America, Congressman Tim Ryan shares how the timeless practice of mindfulness, the natural capabilities of our brains and minds, and the core American values of self-reliance, determination and getting the job done can positively affect every sector of our society. Ryan connects the dots between what's happening in the classrooms, hospitals, boardrooms, research labs and military bases across the country. He explores the most recent scientific findings that support the beneficial effects of mindfulness and shares powerful stories from the field, showing how this simple practice is helping schoolchildren improve their ability to learn, veterans heal from trauma and CEOs become more effective leaders. He also provides practical tips for how to incorporate mindfulness into your life today. In this world of divisive politics, the barrage of tension never seems to let up. But there are solutions that will immediately benefit both you and society as a whole - actions that you can take, right here and right now. With a direct and in-depth understanding of politics, government budgets and what it takes to get important tasks done, Ryan combines a practical approach with a hopeful vision for how mindfulness can help reinvigorate the American Dream.