56: Welcome to Distracted the Podcast

In this episode, Angela Lockwood introduces her new podcast, Distracted, and explains how it is a continuation of her previous work on children's wellbeing. She discusses the increase in adult attention deficit disorders, anxiety, and depression, and highlights the common topics she has explored in her previous work. Angela shares her personal experience with distraction and the strategies she has used to manage it. She emphasizes the importance of learning strategies and resting the brain. The podcast aims to provide practical strategies for thriving in the age of distraction. Episode Takeaways Adults are struggling with distraction and mental health issues just as much as children. Learning strategies and resting the brain are essential for managing distraction. Taking care of our thinking and brain health is crucial for overall well-being. The podcast aims to provide practical strategies for thriving in the age of distraction. Episode Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:20 Exploring How to Use Our Brains Better 05:06 Personal Experience with Distraction 08:14 Learning Strategies and Resting the Brain 09:33 Taking Care of Our Thinking and Brain 10:31  Purpose of the Podcast and Audience 11:57  Closing Remarks and Call to Action