Every day, were faced with constant opportunities for stimulation. With 24/7 access to news feeds, emails and social media, many of us find ourselves scrolling endlessly, chasing our next hit of dopa… [+5127 chars]
The science-backed case for doing nothing: why your brain needs time to drift - PsyPost
Surrounded by constant digital noise, our brains rarely get a true break. Attention restoration theory suggests that letting the mind drift — especially in nature — can ease stress, restore focus, and sharpen thinking in surprisingly short bursts.
By:Anna Kenyon
Source:PsyPost
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