#207 - The importance of flow states and how to reclaim focus | Johann Hari & Ben Grynol

#207 - The importance of flow states and how to reclaim focus | Johann Hari & Ben Grynol

Society champions multitasking, but we can’t truly multitask. Multitasking in fact impedes our focus and productivity. And 12 main factors tend to steal our attention. Johann Hari and Ben Grynol discuss why flow states are important for goal achievement, the things that distract us, and how we can reclaim our focus.


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🎙 What Ben Grynol & Johann Hari discuss:

(04:18) — Twelve factors can steal our focus

(06:02) — Multitasking is a myth

(10:49) —We need to be able to focus to achieve our goals

(14:07) — Prioritizing deep focus is both a personal and social responsibility

(16:50) — Interruptions steal your time and impede focus

(27:21) — Three factors help you get into a flow state

(30:12) — Mind wandering ultimately benefits your focus

(37:00) — The four-day workweek is linked to better productivity

(40:08) — Free play is crucial for kids’ brains

(43:43) —Childhood looks different now

Transcript & show notes 🔗 Helpful links:

Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/4CD3lmg0XmA

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📲 Connect:

Connect with Johann Hari on Twitter: https://twitter.com/johannhari101

Connect with Johann Hari on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johann.hari/

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