welcome to trying to can - a podcast for open conversations about daily topics and dilemmas. TtC means the struggle, but also the small steps we take in any aspect of our life... we are two friends, Angela and Olga, and we invite you on our evening couch discussions that we had for years, this time with mics.
join our conversations and share your questions @tryingtocan on Instagram.
welcome to trying to can - a podcast for open conversations about daily topics and dilemmas. TtC means the struggle, but also the small steps we take in any aspect of our life... we are two friends, Angela and Olga, and we invite you on our evening couch discussions that we had for years, this time with mics.
join our conversations and share your questions @tryingtocan on Instagram.

in this episode, attention and decision-making strategist Concetta Cucchiarelli breaks down the science behind productivity, attention and focus.
we explore why training our attention is key, what influences what we focus on, and how distractions are actually vital for our brains. we also discuss how sleep is essential for productivity and bust myths about being "indistractable".
Concetta shares some practical tips to boost focus, improve decision-making, and enhance your overall productivity.
curious to learn more about Concetta and her work? click here
timestamps:
(00:00) welcome back
(02:22) intro guest
(08:30) journey behind Concetta's work
(13:10) how does focus and attention actually work
(22:34) why distractions are vital
(41:46) how does sensitivity to sound and attention change with age
(46:05) factors influencing attention
(50:14) what is the limit of productivity and attention
(1:03:23) tips for higher productivity
(1:51:47) is ADHD actually on the rise
(1:59:09) how does memory work
(2:03:42) Concetta's trying to can
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