Science-backed tips to destroy distractions and stay productive in the digital age.
Studies indicate that most of us have incredibly short attention spans (in fact, some have found that we have shorter attention spans than goldfish), and it’s only getting worse.
So, in today’s world of constant digital bombardment and work demands, how do you actually stay focused?
One reason I am suspicious of caffeine is that it gives you energy that isn’t yours.
Just like alcohol is “borrowing happiness from tomorrow,” caffeine is borrowing energy from later.
While I do drink green tea and oolong tea, which do have mild caffeinated effects, it isn’t much compared to coffee and energy drinks.
When you habituate to an energy level that isn’t natural to you, your body and mind are what pay the price. Daily caffeine users tend to experience large differences in personality and intellectual capacity depending on before and after they have their caffeine.
There are many natural ways to increase your energy, from exercise to right diet and certain meditation practices. A little caffeine is okay too but if your lifestyle requires herculean amounts of it, perhaps it is time to rethink your approach.
