10 Jan 2022 · 1 h 37 min
Books from Johann Hari
“How To Fix Your Focus & Stop Procrastinating: Johann Hari”
2 books mentioned
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The conversation
Johann Hari, journalist and author, discusses the attention crisis explored in his book 'Stolen Focus'. He examines how technology and societal structures undermine concentration, and offers strategies for individuals and communities to reclaim focus.
Talking points
- Attention crisis causes and solutions
- Flow states and deep work
- Negative effects of interruptions and multitasking
- Sleep deprivation and attention decline
- Benefits of a four-day work week
- Social media algorithms and negativity bias
- Systemic changes against surveillance capitalism
- Diet impact on focus