The Neuro Collective Podcast

From Scattered to Sharpened: Attention Training for a Distracted World- Episode 84

Dr. Michael Bagnell & May Bagnell

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Do you often feel scattered, unfocused, or overwhelmed? In this fast-paced, digital-driven world, attention is one of our most valuable—and vulnerable—resources.

In this Training Tuesday episode of the Neurocollective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell explore how to shift from mental chaos to clarity using a simple, evidence-based method: the Stroop Task.

This neuropsychological tool isn’t just for researchers—it’s a practical, daily exercise you can use to boost your attention, impulse control, and cognitive flexibility right from your mobile device.

🔍 Key Highlights:

  • What it really means to feel “scattered” in a distracted world
  • The Stroop Task: A free, science-backed tool for training the brain
  • How selective attention and impulse control are connected
  • Why attention is a skill you can build, not just something you lose
  • Real-life applications for both kids and adults—including executives
  • How emotional regulation and decision-making work together in the brain

Whether you’re managing ADHD, struggling with late-night impulses, or simply want to feel sharper and more present, this episode offers practical, neuroscience-based solutions you can start using today.

Your brain is trainable. Your attention is worth protecting.
Start your training now—listen in.