Tag: focus

Scientists identify rituals like tea drinking to help rewire focus

In a world of endless notifications, relentless multitasking and constant information overload, the ability to focus is slipping through our fingers. Research suggests the human attention span has shrunk dramatically over the past two decades, with a widely cited Microsoft study putting it at just eight seconds today, down from 12 seconds in 2000. That’s […]

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This One Habit Could Be Ruining Your Productivity

This One Habit Could Be Ruining Your Productivity (And You Do It Every Day) It feels productive. You’ve got multiple tabs open. You’re replying to emails, checking WhatsApps, maybe even listening to a voice note while working. You tell yourself:“I’m getting so much done.” But by the end of the day…You’re exhausted — and somehow, […]

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ADHD or Just Distracted? How to Spot the Difference in a Digital World

October Spotlight: Are You Really Struggling with ADHD? October is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in a world buzzing with notifications, endless feeds, and constant demands, it’s easy to wonder: are you genuinely struggling with ADHD, or just overwhelmed by digital chaos? It’s a question many South Africans are asking. According to the Medical Nutritional […]

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Struggling with Exams? Low Iron Levels Could Be Holding You Back

Exams are stressful enough without your own body working against you. Yet for many South African students, an often-overlooked factor low iron levels, could quietly sabotage study sessions, memory recall, focus, and even mood. When Fatigue Isn’t Just About Late Nights Anaemia occurs when your blood lacks enough healthy red blood cells or haemoglobin to […]

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Top herbal teas to keep you calm this exam season

It’s exam season and as parents, the first concern is making sure that your child is mentally prepared for what the exam period requires of them. Health hub, Healthline adds that certain herbal teas may help alleviate stress and anxiety symptoms, but it is critical to see a doctor before incorporating herbal tea into your […]

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