Distraction stems from internal triggers from "summary" of Indistractable by Nir Eyal,Julie Li-Eyal
The root cause of distraction lies within us, not in the external environment. We often blame external triggers such as notifications, emails, or noisy coworkers for our lack of focus. However, the truth is that these external triggers are not the primary drivers of distraction. Instead, it is our internal triggers that lead us astray. Internal triggers are uncomfortable feelings or emotions that we seek to escape from. These can be anything from boredom, loneliness, stress, or anxiety. When we experience these negative emotions, we instinctively look for ways to numb or avoid them. This is when we turn to distractions like checking our phones, surfing the internet, or binge-watching TV shows. By giving in to these internal triggers, we are essentially looking for a quick fix to make ourselves feel bett...
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