Stolen Focus: Why You Can't Pay Attention- and How to Think Deeply Again

Why Your Attention Is Under Siege and How You Can Take It Back

Johann Hari

2022

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About This Book

You’ve noticed your mind wandering, inboxes piling up, and notifications vying for your every second. In this transformative guide, you’ll uncover the hidden forces eroding your ability to focus—and discover proven strategies to reclaim deep, meaningful attention. Through compelling real-world stories and cutting-edge behavioral science, you’ll learn how to break free from distraction loops, cultivate sustained flow, and build environments that nourish rather than hijack your mind. Whether you’re a student, parent, or professional, this book will equip you with practical tools to think clearly, connect more authentically, and harness your attention for what truly matters.

About the Author

Johann Hari is an award-winning journalist who has traveled to five continents in search of the truth behind why we lose focus—and how to get it back. He holds a degree in social sciences from Cambridge University and has written for major publications worldwide. He combines journalistic rigor with personal experience to deliver clear, authoritative insights that help readers transform the way they think and live.

Biggest Takeaway

• Dramatically increase your capacity for deep work by understanding and overcoming common distraction triggers. • Boost creativity, problem-solving and memory through proven flow and mind-wandering techniques. • Sleep more soundly and sharpen your focus by mastering natural biological rhythms. • Regain control over technology by reshaping your digital environment and individual habits. • Cultivate critical thinking and empathy to make smarter decisions personally and collectively.

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