Jonathan S. Kaplan

As a clinical psychologist in New York, I've seen many of us struggle to manage stress while living and working in the city. The traffic, noise, congestion, fast pace, and other factors can undermine our happiness and well-being.

Drawing from scientific research and my work with patients, my book helps to solve this problem by inviting us to be here mindfully, paying attention to our thoughts, emotions, and sensory experiences as they arise from moment-to-moment. It's filled with practical tips (like how to meditate on the subway), thoughtful reflections (such as questioning why you're here in the city), and fun exercises (like being a tourist in your own neighborhood).

I wrote this book specifically for (1) people who are unfamiliar with mindfulness, or (2) those of us who are looking to apply mindfulness in context of our busy, urban lives. To learn more, you can visit UrbanMindfulness.org or my personal website, jonathanskaplan.com.