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Internet-Free Trip Heals Focus
- Johann Hari took a three-month internet-free trip to Provincetown to heal his worsening attention.
- The experience dramatically improved his ability to deeply focus, especially on reading.
Brain Can't Multitask Effectively
- The brain can consciously focus on only one or two things at a time, causing a significant "switch cost" when multitasking.
- Constant interruptions reduce IQ and creativity, showing true multitasking is impossible.
Use Phone Jail For Focus
- Locking your phone in a timed safe can help reduce distractions during focused activities.
- Johan uses this method to avoid phone interruptions during social time, like dinner or watching films.