I used to reddit a lot.

I read an article that really affected me, there has been research over the past few years about how multitasking doesn't work. The research is pretty convincing, especially to me. I have ADHD.

I’m not just saying that like every other millennial who doesn't feel like paying attention, I have actually been diagnosed. Lack of attention is a constant and visceral experience to me. It’s hard for me to pay attention, even when I want to.

I used to reddit a lot. I’d read articles, I’d learn a lot of small things. But, I usually felt that I wasn’t learning more than just trivia. I have a very good memory, so I remember all of this trivia. But, remembering it wasn’t enough. I can’t grow just from trivial knowledge. I needed something more.

I embarked on a conscious quest to better myself. If I find articles about a subject interesting, why not just read a book about it? It’s not that hard, it’s not that much of a commitment. And, if I can pay attention to a book all the way through, then my whole attention span will probably increase.