Becoming Aware

a 21-Day Mindfulness Program for Reducing Anxiety and Cultivating Calm

Author: Daniel J. Siegel

From bestselling author Daniel J. Siegel comes a hands-on user’s guide that takes listeners step by step on a 21-day journey to discover what it means to be truly present and aware in our daily lives.

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In today’s increasingly fast-paced world it can be difficult to find moments to catch your breath, regain inner balance, and just … be. This simple yet profound guide shows listeners how to strengthen their minds by learning to focus attention, open awareness and develop a positive state of mind – the three pillars of mindfulness practice that research shows lead to greater physical and mental wellbeing.Psychiatrist and co-founder of the Mindsight Institute, Dr Daniel J. Siegel, created the science-grounded meditation practice called the Wheel of Awareness to unlock the power of the brain to integrate its many functions and develop internal resources that lead to an enduring sense of calm and quiet. Packed with guided meditation instructions, practical exercises and everyday tools and techniques, Becoming Aware meets listeners where they are and offers a simple program to enhance our inner sense of clarity and even our interpersonal wellbeing.

Critic Reviews

'Dan is a brilliant integrator and Aware is a visionary blend of neuroscience, physics and cutting edge psychology combined with creative approaches to mindfulness and compassion.' (on Aware) -- Jack Kornfield, author of The Wise Heart
'Daniel Siegel finally gives us insight into who we are, how we work and most important of all how to retrain and change our minds. For me, almost every line is an ‘aha’ moment.' (on Aware) -- Ruby Wax, author of Sane New World
'Dan Siegel is in my opinion one of the most knowledgeable persons on the mind.' (on Mind) -- Deepak Chopra, author of Metahuman: Unleashing Your Infinite Potential

About the Author

Dr. Dan Siegel is a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the UCLA School of Medicine and the founding co-director of the Mindful Awareness Research Center at UCLA. Dr. Siegel is also the Executive Director of the Mindsight Institute, an educational organization, which offers online learning and in-person seminars that focus on how the development of mindsight in individuals, families and communities can be enhanced by examining the interface of human relationships and basic biological processes. Dr. Dan Siegel is a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the UCLA School of Medicine and the founding co-director of the Mindful Awareness Research Center at UCLA. Dr. Siegel is also the Executive Director of the Mindsight Institute, an educational organization, which offers online learning and in-person seminars that focus on how the development of mindsight in individuals, families and communities can be enhanced by examining the interface of human relationships and basic biological processes.