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It’s clear: with countless distractions vying for every second of every darn day, how do we focus on the things that really matter—the so-called “green light” initiatives that demand our undivided attention?
That search for the answer is the driving force behind “No Distractions: a once or twice a week 5-minute focus to excel amid life’s challenges.”
You're joining Dan Stamm on a journey where he shares stories about how distractions drain attention and how top performers maintain focus.
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Focused on imagination as I settle into middle age
On this Aug. 24, 2026, I focus on what distractions mean to living my best life as I now sit smack dab in the middle of my 40s?
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Aug 242 min read
Finding the focus on getting away from the beach to the mountain
Turning to music for focus on getting away – extremes of beaches and mountains and a serene spot named for John Denver.
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Aug 202 min read
Boo! 'Summerween' is upon us
Something scary is happening at a Walgreens near you, Halloween shopping season has arrived in August. Why are retailers focusing on ghosts and ghouls now?
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Aug 102 min read
Focus of MLB's trade deadline: winning
Amid the whirlwind of rumors, buzzer-beating deals, and fan-fueled "what-ifs," Major League Baseball's trade deadline offers a masterclass in distraction and laser-focused ambition.
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Aug 33 min read
The focus of LeBron James' 'last decision'
For the first time since George, Philadelphia has a king. Here’s what LeBron James’ ‘last decision’ to join the 76ers teaches us about focus and deciding on what matters.
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Jul 272 min read
The evolutionary part of the brain where focus is focused
New research into an ancient brain region suggests our ability to tune out the world is a biological gift that has been evolving for millions of years.
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Jul 202 min read
When the focus is on positivity amid the fight for your life
This edition of "No Distractions" with Bob Brams is one of inspiration and focus on living life to its fullest amid a life-changing diagnosis.
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Jul 133 min read
Simple lessons from my favorite Founding Father as America turns 250
Centuries later on Independence Day weekend, Benjamin Franklin’s frank advice continues to ring true.
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Jul 32 min read
'Toy Story 5' and the screen-time struggle: Are we losing the art of play?
In the battle of toys vs. tech have parents been too distracted by their own devices to notice that creative play is losing?
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Jun 274 min read
The focus on fatherhood & what it means to be a dad
Lessons learned from "Cat's in the Cradle" and renowned family therapist Frank Pittman on Father's Day 2026.
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Jun 213 min read
The trust factor: how comms execs are taking charge
A blurb from a Wall Street Journal article really got me thinking about the focus of job titles and the responsibilities that come with them.
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Jun 152 min read
When public weather awareness and data don't match, focus on the 'lukewarmers'
Glenn "Hurricane" Schwartz is raising awareness of the climate crisis. His focus is on those who can still be convinced it’s a problem, but just might be distracted about the severity.
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Jun 82 min read
From the Stanley Cup to the startup: Chris Pronger on focused discipline
As hockey's best battle for Lord Stanley's Cup, hockey legend Chris Pronger puts focus on why it takes a lot of little things to become great
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Jun 12 min read
The Machu Picchu of your life: Finding focus in the clouds
Free of distractions atop Machu Picchu. What getting to a bucket list item of life's journey can mean to everyday focus.
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May 252 min read
Are digital distractions now part of human nature?
As someone obsessed with how we lock in, I was instantly focused on how scientific data might answer the question of our attention spans shrinking.
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May 172 min read
No next year: Why Howard Benson treats music like a Super Bowl opportunity
This edition of "No Distractions" focuses on the rock-and-roll genius of music producer Howard Benson—also known as the "man of a billion streams."
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May 82 min read
Even at Princeton, the war against digital distraction is real
See just how distracted high-functioning Ivy League students are in today's fast-paced, short-form digital world—and how some are battling back.
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May 53 min read
The COVID effect: Is 'leisure screen time' the new normal for children?
Recent research focusing on children and screen time finds an overall increase, but less time spent doing one particular activity.
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Apr 283 min read
The power of 'Sawubona': Putting focus on connection with others
The distraction of our interactions: Sometimes all we are looking for—all that we really need—is to be told that we are seen, says longtime TV news reporter and inspirational speaker Tracy Davidson.
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Apr 202 min read
Beyond the burden: How refocusing led to a Masters repeat
For the second year in a row, the Masters belongs to Rory McIlroy. What lessons can be learned from the Grand Slam champion's refocused effort?
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Apr 132 min read
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