Is your brain getting a break from constant pings?
Cut down on the constant stream of alerts and new content so your attention can stay on one thing for longer.SCIENCE SAYS:
Frequent pings and competing inputs train the brain to expect interruption, which makes sustained focus harder. This matters even more for young, still-developing brains. The brain is shaped by repetition, so what you practice becomes easier.WAYS TO BEGIN:
- Turn off non-essential notifications.
- Set specific times to check social apps.
- Turn off background TV when you're working or studying.
- Work in focused blocks (say, 25 minutes) with a short break after.
- Put your phone in another room during focus time.
- Close extra tabs and apps so only one task is in front of you.
