The Hedgehog and the Fox
Stefan van der Stigchel on Concentration
May 24, 2020
Dutch psychologist Stefan van der Stigchel discusses concentration challenges, debunking myths, coping strategies during lockdown, impact of distractions, benefits of instrumental music for focus, attention rituals, debunking attention span myths, and importance of focus in a distracted world.
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- Concentration requires managing distractions and adapting to challenges for optimal focus.
- Multitasking overwhelms working memory, reduces focus, and leads to increased stress and errors.
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Understanding Concentration in Times of Distraction
Stefan van der Stichl discusses concentration as the action of maintaining attention on a task without distractions. His book delves into concentration's mechanisms and dispels myths about enhancing it. While distractions are prevalent, Stefan emphasizes the need to adapt to the challenging times and offers practical strategies to improve focus.
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