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49. Dr. Zelana Montminy: How to Reclaim Your Attention in the Age of Distraction

September 18
54 mins

Episode Description

In a world where our empathy reserves are wearing thin and we're drowning in digital distractions, what if reclaiming our attention isn't about productivity hacks, but about returning to our humanity? Join me for an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Zelana Maloney, behavioral scientist and author of "Finding Focus," as we explore how scattered attention lies at the heart of our burnout, relationship struggles, and anxiety.


Connect with Dr. Zelana Montminy:

Get Dr. Zelana Montminy’s book, “Finding Focus: Own Your Attention in an Age of Distraction“ here: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Focus-Your-Attention-Distraction/dp/0306834332


Get Dr. Zelana Montminy’s book, “21 Days to Resilience: How to Transcend the Daily Grind, Deal with the Tough Stuff, and Discover Your Strongest Self“ here: https://www.amazon.com/21-Days-Resilience-Transcend-Strongest/dp/0062428772


Connect with Dr. Zelana Montminy:

Website: https://bit.ly/469ZB6z 

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TikTok: https://bit.ly/4n0KmCO 

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LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4gqBsvQ 


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⏰Timestamps

00:00 Intro of Show

04:16 Wisdom from Dr. Zelana Montminy

06:07 Benefits of Having Less Fragmented Attention in the Human Experience

10:20 Maintaining Focus: Choice vs. Skill

13:55 Distraction is Not the Enemy

17:43 Ways to Find Focus and Reclaim Attention

25:36 Attention and Mental Health in the Future

27:43 Empathy Reserves Are Wearing Thin

32:30 How to Reclaim Attention

37:45 Focus is Not About Force, but Clarity

42:51 Connection vs. Being Deeply in Connection

47:06 Overcoming the Pacific Palisades Fire

49:30 Where to Get Dr. Zelana’s New Book

50:17 Prioritising Healing and Personal Development

52:29 Last Piece of Wisdom from Dr. Zelana


🚨DISCLAIMER: The Wisdom Stripes podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The host Meg Tuohey shares personal stories, experiences, and knowledge aimed at helping listeners gain new insights for personal growth. However, the content is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not use the information as a replacement for consultations with qualified mental health, medical, or other professionals. If you are seeking professional help, please consult with a licensed specialist.

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