I read The Practicing Mind a while ago, and although I don’t remember every chapter, the essence of the book stayed with me. These are the ideas I want to carry forward in my work, running, and life. 1. Mastery is built in the present moment The book emphasizes a counterintuitive truth: You only improve when your attention is on the action you're doing right now. Not on the result. Not on where you "should" be. Only on the practice. This is freeing, because it shifts the mindset from pressure to presence. 2. The “Process Mind” Instead of thinking: “I need to finish this module.” “I need to run faster.” “I should be better by now.” Shift to: “Let me do the next step well.” A calm, process-driven mind creates better results with less stress. 3. Judgement slows you down Self-criticism drains focus. Neutral observation improves focus. The book says: “Notice, don’t judge.” If you missed a run, made a mistake in code, or are behind schedule —...