Summary of "train your attention span SO GOOD it feels weird to scroll"
Key Wellness Strategies and Productivity Tips to Train Your Attention Span
Acknowledge the Problem
- Attention spans have drastically decreased over the years, dropping from 12 seconds in millennials to possibly 3 seconds in Gen Z.
- This decline is largely due to constant exposure to fast, dopamine-driven content such as social media and short videos.
- It’s not your fault, but it is your responsibility to fix it.
Core Approach: Dopamine Detox & Embrace Boredom
- Reduce overstimulation by intentionally doing the opposite of seeking constant entertainment.
- Learn to be bored and tolerate discomfort without immediately turning to your phone or distractions.
- This rewires the brain to not depend on quick dopamine hits.
Practical Steps to Reduce Phone and Social Media Distraction
- Turn off all non-essential notifications: Keep only emergency or important communication alerts.
- Use minimalist launcher apps: Hide app icons to make your phone less visually appealing and reduce temptation.
- Make your phone physically boring: Use a plain phone case without accessories that make it attractive to pick up.
- Create physical distance from your phone at night: Place your phone in a different room before sleeping and avoid checking it for at least one hour after waking up.
Replace Scrolling Time with Meaningful Activities
- Prioritize hobbies or studies first thing in the morning instead of scrolling.
- Build “boring” habits that become enjoyable over time, such as:
- Exercising (running, sports, calisthenics)
- Meditating
- Journaling (writing down thoughts freely)
- Consume long-form, unedited content related to your interests and watch it fully without distractions to improve sustained attention.
Practice Mindfulness and Presence
- When waiting or commuting, resist the urge to pick up your phone.
- Observe your surroundings—people, nature, buildings—without judgment or distraction.
- Allow yourself to zone out and face your thoughts rather than avoiding them.
- This builds comfort with boredom and mental stillness, which enhances focus.
Mental and Emotional Benefits
- Over time, you’ll feel liberated from the need for constant stimulation.
- Your productivity and ability to focus will improve.
- You’ll gain more control over your time and attention.
Presenters/Sources
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Wellness and Self-Improvement