How (and Why) You Should Take a Few Mindful Breaths Each Day It's normal for the mind to wander, but it can keep us stuck in autopilot mode.By Ed HalliwellJuly 1, 2015Focus Eugenio Marongiu/Dollar Photo Club The untamed mind is sometimes likened to a drunken monkey that’s been bitten by a scorpion. In a cUnlock this article for FREE. Keep Reading Log in to your Mindful account for uninterrupted access.