How to be focused in this era of digital distractions
Twenty first century has been an ever glorious time for the digital world. It all started from a simple unembellished computer that was seldom available back in the olden times and after undergoing a certain mind blowing process of evolution we have reached an age of fancy computers, laptops and smartphones that are randomly available and in reach of individuals of all age groups now. Out of all digital devices smartphone is the most engaging one because of its low weight and one touch reach to entire digital world. People love to keep it with them every second of their day and it is by far considered to be the biggest culprit of digital distraction in terms of human productivity, mental focus, their ability to meet challenges as well as their cognitive behavior.
There are 3 billion users of smartphone only let alone other devices. These numbers are ever growing and might reach a skyrocketing level in the coming years. When we talk about smartphones, we may never forget the world of social media. Social media is talk of the town today. People feel illiterate and bored if they are not engaged with social media. They all feel obliged to be updated by the pomp and show it brings plus the entertainment it provides.
Excessive use of smartphones and social media without any productive reasons results in a havoc upon human mind that blocks their way to success and happiness in life. People are so hooked with mobile apps — it has become a dopamine releasing activity from center of their brain; dopamine, a neurotransmitter responsible for happiness and excitement. While digital platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, YouTube etc. do have their fair share of productive use for people but If you overuse it, you have to face the music.
Adverse Effects of Digital Distractions:
There are ample of drawbacks of being digitally distracted. Our brain has to go through a noticeable amount of perturbation every time it is distracted. Hence, it suffers and we lose our direction and goals. Some adverse effects of digital distraction are:
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