Focus and Concentration

I don’t think that it would come as a surprise to anyone that technology has had an impact on our attention spans. I found this article interesting in that it references studies that have taken a deep dive into the reasons why we have problems focusing and provides some tips on regaining some control over where we spend your energy.

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Our attention spans – how long we’re able to concentrate without being distracted – are shrinking. Our focus – how intensely we can think about things – is suffering too. The causes: technology that’s designed to demand our attention; endless tools for procrastination at our fingertips; rising stress and anxiety disorders; and poor sleep quality.

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