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Stolen Focus

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Nov 10, 2022
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INSIGHT

Distraction's Impact

  • Constant distractions diminish our ability to focus and achieve goals.
  • This affects personal pursuits and broader societal issues like political engagement.
INSIGHT

The Cost of Interruptions

  • Interruptions cause significant setbacks in focus, taking about 23 minutes to recover.
  • This hinders problem-solving, creating a vicious cycle where distractions prevent us from addressing the problem of distraction itself.
ANECDOTE

Distraction Inception

  • Adam Ashton describes distracting himself from distractions, highlighting the pervasiveness of the issue.
  • He played poker on his phone while watching TV, eventually feeling the urge to play poker even when not watching TV.
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