Attention Span by Gloria Mark Summary
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In "Attention Span," renowned psychologist Gloria Mark challenges our understanding of focus. Contrary to popular belief, her research reveals Facebook users report higher happiness levels than expected. Cal Newport calls her "the definitive expert on distraction" - discover why constant focus might actually be holding you back.
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The Attention Crisis: Our 47-Second Digital Reality
Imagine a world where you can't focus on anything for longer than the time it takes to read this paragraph. That's not dystopian fiction-it's our current reality. Gloria Mark's groundbreaking research reveals that our average attention span on screens has plummeted to just 47 seconds before switching to something else. This isn't merely about poor discipline or lack of willpower. After tracking human attention for over two decades, Mark has documented a fundamental shift in how our minds operate in the digital age. We've developed unbreakable bonds with our devices, creating paradoxical situations where technology designed to augment our capabilities leaves us distracted and depleted. The costs are significant: the mental energy required to switch between tasks, the emotional toll of anxiety, and the depletion of our limited cognitive resources. When researchers cut off email for a week, participants focused longer, switched attention less frequently, and showed measurably reduced stress via heart rate monitoring. The truth is, our relationship with technology has become deeply problematic-and understanding why is the first step toward reclaiming our minds.
The Science Behind Our Scattered Minds
The Attention Traps That Snare Us Daily
The Four States of Attention: Beyond Simply Focused or Distracted
The Multitasking Myth: Our Fragmented Reality
The Invisible Forces Hijacking Your Attention
Reclaiming Your Mind: From Productivity to Balance
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Creato da alumni della Columbia University a San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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