Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning

213. Overcome Distraction and Lock In: with Colin Corby


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In this episode, learn how to conquer distraction and build a healthier relationship with technology using quick wins for a digital detox.

Our guest is digital detox expert, technologist and TEDx speaker Colin Corby. We explore how constant digital distractions affect attention span, deep learning, reading comprehension, critical thinking, sleep, and productivity — especially for students.

Colin shares practical, realistic digital detox strategies, quick wins and fun micro-challenges you can apply immediately to areas including environments, routines and social accountability.

Your post-listening task: share your own digital detox intentions in comments below for that accountability, our best encouragement and support.

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About today’s guest, Colin Corby:

• Discover more resources on his website: https://thedigitaldetoxcoach.com/

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About Exam Study Expert:

Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress.
 
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Podcast edited by Kerri Edinburgh.

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