Why You Can't Focus, and Why It Is Dangerous

Explore the critical importance of focus and learn techniques to develop a strong attention span in this 29-minute video from Wondrium's series "The Psychology of Performance: How to Be Your Best in Life." Discover multiple types of attention, understand the spotlight metaphor for focus, and examine the two dimensions that control attention direction. Delve into the impact of criticism on attention, the dual process of cognitive functioning, and various focusing exercises applicable to different situations. Learn to identify out-of-control factors, find your circle of control, and develop strategies for focusing outward when nervous. Gain valuable insights on directly improving your focus skills to enhance performance and avoid potentially dangerous consequences of inattention.

The Critical Importance of Focus
Internalizing the Multiple Types of Attention
The Spotlight Metaphor for Attention and Focus
Two Dimensions Control the Direction of Attention
Criticism and What Changes Attention
The Dual Process of Cognitive Functioning
Focusing Exercises for All Situations
Out-of-Control Factors and Getting Around Them
Find the Circle of Control
Focusing Outward When Your Nerves Strike
Directly Developing Your Focus Skills