Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior

What does it mean to be Indistractible?

Aug 17, 2020

In this podcast, the hosts discuss Nir Eyal's book 'Indistractible' and explore topics such as attention management, reducing distractions, and the concept of distraction as a way to escape psychological discomfort. They also delve into the root causes of distraction, the importance of understanding our values and priorities, and the relationship between fun, play, and attention. Practical advice and tools for managing distractions and living a purposeful life are shared.

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Quick takeaways

Recognizing desire alongside discomfort is key to staying motivated.

To overcome distractions, it is important to manage time effectively.

Deep dives

Motivation involves discomfort and desire

Motivation always involves some aspect of discomfort or aversion that we try to avoid. This is why we get distracted from what we want to do. Recognizing desire alongside discomfort is key to staying motivated.

Introduction

2min

Discussion of the Book 'Indestraclable' and the Concept of Distraction

3min

Exploring the Concept of Competition in Mental Health Improvement

3min

Understanding Distraction and Finding Focus

20min

Understanding Values and Priorities

11min

Exploring the Relationship Between Fun, Play, and Attention

3min

Designing Everyday Objects and the Fun Jar

4min

Living a Purposeful Life and Managing Distractions

4min

Distractions will always exist – managing them is our responsibility. We often talk about the need for new information in order to change the old patterns of our brain. One of the best ways we can do this is through reading good books. In this episode, Mireille and Adam discuss the highlights of Nir Eyal’s book, Indistractible – how to control your attention and choose your life. In his book, Nir highlights this clear connection between people’s distraction and its relationship to psychological discomfort, otherwise known as pain. He says, “all behaviors, whether they tend toward traction or distraction are prompted by triggers, internal or external. When we learn how to recognize these “triggers,” there is opportunity for change. And changing in the direction that you desire, as based on what you value, is key to having the life you want to live.

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