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Ottawa Now – How to stay focused in a world built on distractions

August 4, 2026

If you find yourself constantly scrolling, or are unable to finish a single task, you are not alone. In this crazy world of 2026, our collective attention span is actively shrinking. So in this week’s edition of Self-Help Tuesday with Westboro-based psychotherapist Benslyne Avril, we tackle the modern struggle to stay focused in a world built on distractions. We discover why our brains are so fatigued, and we share a handful of simple and actionable strategies to reclaim your focus and master your mind.

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