How can you avoid information overload?
In our culture of overstimulation, blocking out unimportant details helps you reclaim the ability to concentrate.SCIENCE SAYS:
Multitasking is common, but your brain was built for single-tasking. "Filtering" information "to focus" on what really matters – and block the unimportant details – can retrain a distracted brain to be more productive and focused.WAYS TO BEGIN:
- Set strategic goals – determining your priorities and goals, including benchmarks for long-term plans, creates motivation.
- Practice mindfulness – regular brain breaks help to reset, focus on the present moment and let go of distractions, so you can direct your full attention to the task at hand.
- Skim large amounts of content to get the gist – an abbreviated view of detailed content helps you identify meaningful information and block out the details that do not need your attention.
- Take steps to improve your sleep – sunlight, regular exercise and a sleep-focused routine help to promote sleep. Evaluate your light exposure in the evenings and limit common sleep inhibitors, like alcohol, late-day caffeine, and overstimulation, including the temptation to work or use technology within a few hours of bedtime.
