Is it true that you have a short Attention Span? Isn't that true?
You've probably seen at least one story in the last several years saying that humans' attention spans are diminishing to the point that goldfish are more focused than we are.
Despite the fact that a 2017 BBC story combed through the numbers and their sources that created this figure, calling its legitimacy into doubt, many individuals freely admit to having a short attention span. Some even refer to having or "being" ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) as if it were a bothersome habit rather than a serious professional diagnosis.
So, how can you tell if you have an extremely short attention span? And how can you enhance yours? Here's everything you need to know.
How to Determine Whether You Have a Short Attention Span
To be clear, the words "short attention span" and "ADHD" are not synonymous. If you are worried that you may have ADHD (a clinical disorder), consult with your healthcare professional.
If you want to know how long your attention span is, there are various online tests you can do, such as this one from Psychology Today or this focus test from MentalUp. To be clear, these are not diagnostic tests, but they may be useful for some persons trying to discover areas they may wish to improve on.
How to Improve Your Concentration
There is no quick answer for increasing your attention span, but here are a few suggestions:
Exercises in mindfulness
If you're new to mindfulness, there's no need to dive straight in and try to make it a daily practice; instead, start with some simple exercises like the 5-4-3-2-1 approach. The goal of this and other grounding exercises is to pay attention to your environment, taking the time to notice what's going on around you. This may not only alleviate anxiety, but it may also educate your brain to be more alert.
Participate in active listening
In case you're unfamiliar with the word, "active listening" refers to making a conscious effort not merely to hear what another person is saying, but also to listen to and absorb it. The goal of active listening, like mindfulness, is to become more attentive.
Take frequent pauses
This may seem paradoxical, especially if you already feel like you're taking a lot of mental breaks when you can't focus on anything, but taking a real, planned break may make a tremendous impact. And by "break," we mean standing up and moving about for five to ten minutes.
You can use this time to use the toilet, grab extra water or a snack, stretch, or walk outdoors for a few minutes—whatever seems most natural to you. Because you've mentally accepted this break, you can enjoy all of the attention-boosting advantages without feeling guilty about "accidentally" browsing through Instagram or online shopping while you're meant to be working.
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SOURCE: lifehacker
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