I read Huxley's Island in high school. The one thing that stuck out most in my mind was the myna bird that would call out "Attention!" Attention!" and "Here and now!" "Here and now!" I had no concept of mindfulness back then, but I certainly do now. The practice of mindfulness helped guide me into my current graduate school aspirations and my interest in counseling psychology. Huxley was certainly a forward thinking individual. He certainly has made an impact in my life. Thanks for sharing.