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Episode Synopsis
Struggling to stay focused in today’s fast-paced world? You’re not alone.In this episode of HCA Talks Health, host and successful Health Coach Zena Le Roux dives into the art of finding focus and boosting concentration. From the impact of stress, distractions, and overwork to the influence of food environments, play, and even mind wandering — Zena explores what really shapes our ability to concentrate.🎧 Tune in to discover:How stress and overwork sabotage your focusWhy food environments affect concentration more than you thinkThe surprising benefits of play and mind wanderingPractical tips to boost your focus and productivityHow Health Coaching can support clarity and balancePacked with insights and practical tools, this episode will help you take back control of your attention and bring more clarity into your daily life.🔗 Listen to more HCA Talks Health episodes: https://www.healthcoachesacademy.com/health-wellness-podcast✅ Timestamps0:00 Introduction — finding your focus1:00 Distractions in daily life & Tristan Harris’ story2:30 Infinite scroll, notifications & attention hijacking4:00 Why “easy to use” design isn’t always good for humanity5:00 The cost of constant interruptions — IQ, sleep & focus6:00 Stressful environments & hypervigilance explained7:30 Childhood trauma, ADHD & attention difficulties8:00 Overwork & why productivity drops without rest9:00 Case studies: shorter workdays, higher productivity10:00 Nutrition, food environments & focus challenges11:00 Real food vs. processed food & children’s attention12:00 Nutrient deficiencies, omega-3s & brain function12:30 The role of play in focus & creativity13:30 Finnish schools & the power of free play14:30 Why adults need play too15:00 Mind wandering — why it boosts creativity & insight16:00 Reflection, deep thought & unexpected connections17:00 Building focus as health professionals & with clients18:00 Practical questions for managing distractions, stress & rest19:00 Final thoughts — small steps to improve focus daily🌟 More from The Health Coaches AcademyFollow HCA on Instagram: @healthcoachesacademyIf you have a passion for health and wellbeing and would like to discover a new, rewarding career in Health & Wellness Coaching, we invite you to visit our website: https://www.healthcoachesacademy.com🎙 Subscribe and ReviewIf you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe to our YouTube Channel and leave a review!Your support helps us reach more Health Coaches who need these insights. 🎙 Thanks for tuning in to HCA Talks Health — see you in two weeks!
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