Sir Jonathan Bate expresses deep concern about college students’ diminishing attention spans, observing that many find it difficult to read more than one novel over three weeks, marking a significant decline in reading habits.
Tanya Goodin, a digital detox campaigner, emphasizes that to truly focus on reading, one should keep their phone out of sight—preferably in another room—because self-control often fails in its presence.
Cal Newport, a productivity expert, reinforces the idea that our phones should be kept in a separate location when reading, suggesting that it helps maintain focus and aids in pushing through moments of boredom while engaged in a book.
Damian Barr notes that he always carries a book with him to avoid distractions from social media, acknowledging that physical books are essential in competing for attention against the digital world.
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