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When Attention Fatigues

Your attention has limits, and when it runs out, everything changes. Fatigue doesn't just make you tired; it fundamentally reroutes how your mind works. The prefrontal cortex, your brain's control center, starts shutting down. Without it managing the wheel, you lose the ability to pursue your goals.


Instead, your brain shifts into survival mode, chasing immediate gratification over important work. Checking notifications feels easier than finishing that report. Scrolling wins over strategizing.


This isn't weakness. It's a neurological reality. When cognitive resources deplete, your attention defaults to whatever demands the least effort. The solution? Recognize the signs early and set concrete goals before fatigue takes over.


 
 
 

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