Protecting Your Attention From Interruptions And Distractions

This is not a fight against the internet, but a fight against a society that is obsessed with speed and productivity made possible by the internet. You can practice resistance. 

• Close some of your tabs. 
• Shut off your notifications. 
• Don't answer an email f...

• Limit instant communication. Turn off your notifications and opt for delayed communication whenever possible.
• Proactively set and enforce boundaries. Inform the relevant people you’re going offline for a period to focus on by setting an autorespond...

We don't change the world by looking at emails. It only diverts our attention. We usually spend  3-5 hours a day on email.

• Compose the emails you plan to send in another tool to your email client to help you avoid your inbox.
• Set up a separate email address for subscriptions an...