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Interrupted and distracted: Johann Hari wants you to regain your attention

Life Examined

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Introduction

This week on cas r w's life examined writer and author johan harry explains why many of us are finding it harder to stay on task. Studies show that an office worker now focuses on any one task for only three minutes. Harryis the author of many books, including chasing the scream,. the search for the truth about adiction and lost connections. And his most recent book is called stolen focus, why you can't pay attention and how to think deeply again.

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