Selective attention
Selective attention is the ability to focus on selected information while limiting the influence of irrelevant stimuli.
Definition
Selective attention allows you to function in a world full of data, conversations, images, sounds and thoughts. It does not mean that other stimuli do not exist, but that the mind gives priority to a particular signal. When selection weakens, one becomes more easily distracted and overwhelmed.
Key ideas
Missing key ideas.
Practice and life
When working, select one information channel: text, sound or conversation. Don't try to read, listen and respond at the same time.
Common misunderstanding
It is a mistake to confuse selective attention with ignoring everything around you. It is also a mistake to expect full concentration without limiting stimuli.
Questions for self-reflection
No questions for self-reflection.
Sources
No sources.