Ke Alaka'i: The Podcast

Why Your Brain Won't Focus

Ke Alaka'i Season 14 Episode 10

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In this episode, BYU–Hawaii counselor Susiane Manning and student leader Shane Reinward break down what distractibility actually looks like in college life—from constant mental overload to the role of curiosity and environment. Drawing from research and real student experiences, they explore why focus is difficult to sustain and share practical ways to better manage attention in everyday academic life.