Do you think in quick bursts of inspiration, or longer and more analytically? However your mind works, we have wisdom from neuropsychology, product design, and the power of sound.

Read on for more.

For a mindful start to the new year, consider visiting our Room To Think, virtual spaces that offer soothing soundscapes and beats. All designed to help you find focus, flow, and fresh ideas.

Enjoy warmth of a crackling fire, the soft drip-dripping of falling rain, or the hushed rustling of leaves.

We're hit with over 100 notifications every day. Just one can distract us for up to 30 minutes. It affects our concentration and ability to think deeply.

So neuroscience expert Dr. Thomas Ramsøy thinks technology should support our wellbeing. And he's looking at science for the answers.

We used to have physical buttons, now we have glass touchscreens. Our cars used to be colorful, but now they're variations of gray. The tools we use are becoming flat and textureless, says Amber Case, founder of the Calm Tech Institute. And yet they're demanding more of our attention than ever.

The remedy? Design that puts our minds first.