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Mentioned in 62 episodes

Stolen Focus

Book • 2023

Steven C. Lambert

In 'Stolen Focus', Johann Hari delves into the reasons behind the collapse of our ability to pay attention.

He discusses various factors contributing to this issue and provides strategies on how to think deeply again and reclaim our focus in a world filled with distractions.

Mentioned by

Brian MacKenzie

Chris Williamson

Rangan Chatterjee

Nihal Arthanayake

Mentioned in 62 episodes

Mentioned by

Jonathan Haidt

as a book about regaining control of attention.

#644: Jonathan Haidt — The Coddling of the American Mind, How to Become Intellectually Antifragile, and How to Lose Anger by Studying Morality

Mentioned by

Neil Pasricha

when discussing the decline of free play and its impact on children's resilience and anxiety levels.

#149 Neil Pasricha: Simple Rules for Happiness

Mentioned by

Cal Newport

in relation to his contrarian views on distraction and technology.

Ep. 270: Depth vs. Distraction

Mentioned by

Johann Hari

as his book about attention, exploring why attention is getting worse.

Johann Hari: The Obsessive Research Method | How I Write

Mentioned by

Rich Roll

in the context of Ozempic and weight loss, referencing Hari's book on the topic.

Slow, Stop, & Reverse Aging: Peter Diamandis On Longevity Protocols, Lifestyle Medicine, & Optimizing Healthspan

Mentioned by a listener as a book about attention and distraction.

Ep. 315: The Surprising Myth of Doing Less

Mentioned by

Dr. Tyna Moore

while discussing addiction and the impact of Ozempic on reward pathways.

The Ozempic Expert: Ozempic Transforms Your Gut Microbiome! People Are Being Overdosed On Ozempic! Microdosing Saved My Life! - Dr Tyna Moore

Mentioned by

Brian MacKenzie

as a book providing insights into the effects of technology on attention.

How Your Breath Affects The Way You Burn Fat, The Importance Of A Daily 45 Minute Walk (With Your Mouth Shut!), The Pros And Cons Of Nasal Breathing & The Five Gear Breathing System That Will Transform The Way You Handle Stress with Brian Mackenzie #547

Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

in the context of a discussion about obesity and GLP-1 medications.

#814 - Doctor Mike - Reacting To The Rise Of Anxiety, Microplastics & Antidepressants

Mentioned by Dr.

Rangan Chatterjee

when discussing the intentional theft of focus.

Why Your Brain Wants You To Be Anxious, Lazy & Fat (And What You Can Do About It) with Dr Anders Hansen #381

Recommended by

Rich Roll

as a book about declining attention spans and its causes.

Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman On Changing Your Biology With Behavior

Mentioned by a listener as a book about attention and focus.

Ep. 194: The Surprising Math of Doing Less

Mentioned by

Mike Schmitz

in relation to the impact of technology on focus.

217: The Anxious Generation

Mentioned by

Johann Hari

as a book discussing the attention crisis and its causes and solutions.

How To Fix Your Focus & Stop Procrastinating: Johann Hari

Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as the subject of the podcast episode.

#418 - Johann Hari - Why You Can't Pay Attention And Focus

Mentioned by

Cory Hixson

as a book exploring the issue of attention and focus, considering environmental and dietary factors.

152: Mind Map Mastery by Tony Buzan

Mentioned by

Nihal Arthanayake

in relation to social media and its impact on focus.

Why Better Conversations Will Improve Your Health, Essential Skills To Enhance Your Relationships & Why Men Struggle To Open Up with Nihal Arthanayke #446

Mentioned when discussing a study on work hours and productivity.

Work Less, Achieve More – Why Working Too Much Cripples Productivity

Mentioned by

Vinh Giang

and

Ali Terai

as the book they are currently reading, discussing its insights on focus and technology's impact.

#46: Stolen Focus - Why You Can't Pay Attention

Mentioned by

Rich Roll

as the author's latest book, exploring the forces that rob us of our attention and how to reclaim our minds.

Johann Hari On Why You Can’t Pay Attention (& How To Reclaim Your Focus)

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