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Social media apps are designed to keep us scrolling. Their algorithms prioritize "outrage" and "novelty" because that is how they maximize advertising revenue. 3. The Collapse of Flow States

Forcing tech companies to move to a subscription or public-utility model. Johann Hari - Stolen Focus- Why You Can't Pay A...

Legislation that prevents employers from emailing staff after work hours. Social media apps are designed to keep us scrolling

The brain "cleans" itself during sleep; without it, focus fails. not just a digital detox.

Focus on long-term goals (e.g., writing a book or starting a business).

Attention is the most precious human resource. Without it, we cannot solve complex problems like climate change or achieve personal fulfillment. Reclaiming focus is a political and social struggle, not just a digital detox.