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Attention Residue Shield
Between tasks, take 90 sec of "mental close" before starting next — else residue from prior task drains 40% of focus.
Goal
Mentally close each task before switching, to prevent attention-residue buildup.
Steps
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When finishing (or pausing) a task, write: "State now: ..." and the next step.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
You feel "mental clarity" before new task instead of fog.
Evidence base
School: Attention Research
Founders: Sophie Leroy · Cal Newport (2009)
Sophie Leroy's 2009 "Why is it so hard to do my work" proved attention-residue: switching leaves 30-40% attention in prior task.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Attention Residue Shield" take?
This exercise takes about 5 minutes, practiced solo in a Behavioral format.
When will I notice the effect of "Attention Residue Shield"?
You feel "mental clarity" before new task instead of fog. In the short term: You handle multiple daily tasks each with high quality.
Is "Attention Residue Shield" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Attention Research (Sophie Leroy, Cal Newport (2009)). Sophie Leroy's 2009 "Why is it so hard to do my work" proved attention-residue: switching leaves 30-40% attention in prior task.
Is "Attention Residue Shield" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Beginner. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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