We’re living in an age where goldfish are now pitying humankind for our abysmal attention span (thanks smartphones).

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These ‘slices’ are probably things you consider to be wholly unremarkable in your day to day existence - getting a seat on the bus that’s usually packed, noticing you’ve got a text waiting to be read from your mum, getting praise from a colleague at work.

They’re the little moments in your day thatseeminsignificant, but by focusing on them and truly savouring them as they happen (an act that should essentially take three seconds, max) you’re familiarising your mind with happiness, and will come to expect it.(Post continues after audio.)

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Foods that help you sleep.

Walnuts

Chamomile

Cherry

Tuna

Lettuce

Almonds