Daniel Goleman with Lisa Napoli at Live Talks Los Angeles
They highlight the scientific validation of meditation, contrasting rigorous studies with hype, and emphasize its role in improving cognitive control, emotional regulation, and compassion in both adults and children.summaryCognitive control in childhood (ages 4-8) is a stronger predictor of health and financial success in one's 30s than IQ or family wealth, making attention training a critical tool for equity.takeaway“Cognitive control... in childhood was a best predictor of your health and financial success in your 30s better than IQ and better than the wealth of the family you grew up in. It levels the playing field.”quote














