Additionally I would like to share a fun challenge with you all, especially for those who enjoy games and doing tests!
Scientists say that our attention span has decreased significantly due to modern distractions. You can test for yourself how well you notice details and whether it’s easy for you to intentionally maintain attention:
1. Look at an any object for 2 minutes – Observe its shape, colors, textures, and details carefully.
2. Close your eyes and draw it from memory – See how accurate you were in capturing the details.
3. Observe your emotions – Did you become restless, irritated, or impatient? Or did it help you feel calm and present?
Try this first by yourself, then play with your kids, husband, and other family members. It’s a fun and eye-opening exercise to see who notices the most details.
For kids, you can turn it into a game by asking them to color a picture while discussing how our attention span is now shorter than a goldfish’s! 🐠
In reality, humans can focus much longer than goldfish but digital distractions, multitasking, and constant notifications have significantly reduced our ability to keep attention.