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Default Mode by Choice

Rest your brain on purpose.By J. R. TREJO
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Length2h 7m

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Learn to rest on purpose. Default Mode by Choice reveals the neuroscience of mental wandering and how structured idleness unlocks creativity, problem-solving, and emotional clarity. J. R. Trejo distills modern research into a calm, practical guide for thinkers who want deeper insight without burnout.

Audiobook details

GenrePsychology, Self-Help
Length2 hrs 7 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 31, 2025
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Default Mode by Choice: Rest your brain on purpose.
2Prologue. The Hidden Power of Doing Nothing
3Chapter One. Your Brain’s Secret Network
4Chapter Two. The Productivity Trap
5Chapter Three. Mapping Your Rest Personality
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6Chapter Four. Creating Sacred Idle Time
7Chapter Five. The Art of Mindful Wandering
8Chapter Six. Micro-Rests and Power Naps
9The Science of Brief Mental Pauses
10Power Nap Physiology
11Choosing Between Micro‑Rest and Power Nap
12Designing Effective Micro‑Rests
13Embedding Micro‑Rests in Workflow
14Preparing for a Power Nap
15Timing Your Nap
16Using Caffeine Strategically
17Overcoming Workplace Barriers
18Managing Sleep Inertia
19Integrating Naps into Daily Rhythm
20Adapting to Variable Schedules
21Long‑Term Benefits of Consistent Rest
22Building a Rest‑Friendly Environment
23Measuring Progress and Adjusting
24Chapter Seven. Rest as Creative Incubation
25Chapter Eight. Breaking the Rest Guilt Cycle
26Chapter Nine. Morning Rest Practices
27Chapter Ten. Evening Wind-Down Rituals
28Chapter Eleven. Rest Strategies for Different Lives
29Chapter Twelve. Building Your Rest Infrastructure
30Epilogue. The Rest Revolution
31Copyright
32Disclaimer
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