Most people outsource their attention
- You let notifications, trends, and algorithms decide what you care about today.
- Flip it. Design your day before the world gets a chance to distract you.
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You don’t have a time problem. You’re likely exhausted from managing your energy like a machine and your attention like it’s unlimited. The real issue? You’ve never been taught how to design your focus. Here is a breakdown in an unconventional way.
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