Learn English: Testing Your Focus with a Painting (normal)

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Testing Your Focus with a Painting

This challenge asks you to spend 10 minutes looking at a single painting, a task that can be surprisingly difficult in today's fast-paced world.

Inspired by a Harvard assignment, this exercise encourages you to slow down and truly observe, uncovering hidden details and appreciating the artistry involved.

While the initial feeling might be boredom, you might discover a newfound appreciation for the power of sustained focus and the intricacies of art.

This simple activity reminds us that true understanding and engagement often require time and careful attention.

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Original: The New York Times (Science)

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#focus #attention span #art #painting #meditation

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