Today we dive deep into a societal issue that’s becoming increasingly hard to ignore: the alarming decline in attention spans. We explore how the overuse of social media and constant need for instant gratification are reshaping our ability to focus, even to the point where holding a conversation or reading a book feels like a challenge. 📉 Why This Matters: The consequences of shortened attention spans are significant. From difficulty maintaining personal relationships to a decline in our ability to engage deeply with any task, the ripple effects are far-reaching. This isn’t just a personal issue but one that affects our communities and society at large. 🗣️ What We Discuss: The societal shift towards shorter attention spans The role of social media and instant gratification Real-life impacts on communication and reading habits Personal anecdotes and observations 🚀 Solutions We Explore: Limit Social Media Usage: Tips on how to cut down screen time. Screen Time Reduction Apps: Tools to help manage and monitor usage. Mindful Activities: Engaging in tasks without multitasking. Embracing Boredom: Allowing yourself downtime to boost creativity and focus. Reading Books: Rediscovering the joy of deep reading. Social Situations: Being present and mindful when interacting with others. 👥 Call to Action: We emphasize the importance of holding ourselves and our loved ones accountable. It’s crucial to be aware of these patterns and actively work towards fostering a healthier, more focused lifestyle. Join us as we unpack this critical issue and share practical steps to regain control over our attention spans. Let’s reclaim our focus together! 📚 Recommended Reading: "Deep Work" by Cal Newport "Digital Minimalism" by Cal Newport Thank you for watching! Let’s work together to build a more attentive and present future. #AttentionSpan #SocialMedia #InstantGratification #Mindfulness #ScreenTime #Focus #MentalHealth #DeepReading #ConsciousLiving #BTY #AttentionCrisis #DigitalWellness #HealthyHabits How to fix your attention span, fix my attention span, how i fixed my attention span, the decline in attention spans, the problem with instant gratification, how to lengthen your attention span Hello, and welcome to Better Than Yesterday! This is a project started by two best friends living in South Africa and Namibia. The goal of Better Than Yesterday is to create a community and platform where young people can be inspired to invest in themselves each and every day. Daniel and I are on a journey to live these three words out every day, and will be documenting this process, here on Youtube as well as on Instagram. You can also catch us on your favorite podcast streaming platforms! Links Below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterthanyesterday_za/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eL5WS5BEfAwzI2SN0RwYp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-than-yesterday/id1577384994