Podcast 353: Why you can't pay attention + how to think deeply again (with Johann Hari)

Sign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleafEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I speak to journalist and best-selling author Johann Hari about his incredible new book Stolen Focus, why our inability to focus, think deeply and pay attention has dramatically decreased, and what we can do about this as individuals and as a society.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/why-you-cant-pay-attention-how-to-think-deeply-again-with-johann-hariGet Johann's book here: stolenfocusbook.comOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-immi: Visit immieats.com/drleaf to try immi’s delicious, low carb, plant-based and fiber-rich ramen!-Splendid Spoon: Get started and save $35 on your first order of delicious plant-based meals at SplendidSpoon.com/DRLEAF—that's only $6.66 per meal!EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:3:10 Johann Hari’s fascinating history4:40 The power of curiosity6:05 What is happening to our attention spans & why it is becoming harder and harder to focus6:50 The different factors affecting our ability to pay attention in the modern world12:38 Why Johann decided to write Stolen Focus21:00 Pathologizing the individual versus dealing with social problems21:30 How the business model behind modern technology & social media is designed to steal our attention36:00 The power of working together to change society40:30 Why we all need to read more49:00 What is happening to children’s attention & focus51:50 Why children need to playGet my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.comDownload my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.appSign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF toUS: 1 (833) 285 3747UK: +447908679035Canada: 18336032953Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com!ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resourcesFollow me on social media for daily mental health tips & strategies:-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/--Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.