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Life Kit · July 30, 2026 · 23m

Free yourself from 'information overload'

Manoush Zomorodi, host of NPR's TED Radio Hour and author of Body Electric, explores why we get derailed by screens and how to set better boundaries with technology. In a world where dozens of devices compete for our attention, she offers practical approaches to reclaim focus and reduce the mental drain of constant information.

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Highlights

The Cost of Constant Interruptions
Manoush Zomorodi describes how everyday moments—like picking up your phone to set a reminder—quickly become detours into social media feeds and targeted ads, fragmenting attention.
Intentional Tech Boundaries
Rather than trying to resist distractions through willpower, the episode suggests using built-in features like focus modes and limiting notifications to create a less reactive environment.
Movement as a Cognitive Reset
Drawing from her Body Electric research, Manoush explains that physical movement and offline breaks can reverse some of the mental fatigue caused by nonstop screen exposure.

References

Body ElectricManoush Zomorodi
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