Ep094 - The Art of Thinking About Thinking: A Deep Dive into Metacognition with Dr. Natalie Flatt

<p>Are you finding it difficult to concentrate with the constant barrage of social media and online content? </p> <p><br></p> <p>Dr. Natalie Flatt explains how metacognition can help combat this and improve your productivity. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Metacognition is the scientific study of how the mind controls and is aware of its own activity, including how we learn and think. </p> <p>The brain has software, such as thoughts and feelings, and hardware, such as neurons and connections, and metacognition helps connect the two. In this episode of the Well Workplaces podcast, Dr. Flatt discusses the importance of understanding metacognition and how it can be useful in personal and professional settings. She also provides tips and strategies for improving productivity, reducing stress, and enhancing memory.</p> <p> Don&#39;t miss out on this valuable information! </p> <p><br></p> <p>Topics discussed include metacognition, brain function, productivity, stress reduction, memory enhancement, learning styles, leadership techniques, and problem-solving strategies.</p> <p> We encourage you to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues to continue promoting healthy conversations around mental health and the importance of metacognition in our daily lives. </p> <p>~</p> <p><strong>Connect </strong>with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-natalie-flatt-ph-d-62057b8/">⁠Dr Natalie Flatt⁠</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/connect-psych/">⁠Connect Psych Services</a></p> <p>~</p> <p><strong>Resources</strong></p> <p><a href="https://theconversation.com/how-metacognition-thinking-about-thinking-can-improve-the-mental-health-crisis-170769" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://theconversation.com/how-metacognition-thinking-about-thinking-can-improve-the-mental-health-crisis-170769</a></p> <p>Helpful article about kids, but also great for adults: <a href="https://childmind.org/article/how-metacognition-can-help-kids/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://childmind.org/article/how-met