The article discusses the emerging concept of 'digital dementia,' which describes the declining attention spans and increasing distractions experienced by individuals due to technology. Highlights include a significant reduction in average attention span, which now stands at 47 seconds. The work of Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, particularly his research on 'flow,' is referenced, showcasing how individuals can achieve deep focus and productivity despite external distractions, including a variety of life challenges. The piece emphasizes a cultural shift that prioritizes immediate gratification over sustained engagement.
"Our attention spans are quantifiably shorter. Not shorter than goldfish - that's a myth, mercifully - but still, 47 seconds is now the average."
"Csikszentmihalyi's most enduring research concerned 'flow,' or more colloquially, the flow state - being in the zone, getting in a groove."
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