Why I made my work intentionally harder — The distraction-free gear that saves my focus

The latest tech may be convenient and seamless, but in my home office, I'm all about the gear that makes me stay on track without driving me to distraction

I recently read an article from the Associated Press about Gen Z are reviving the classic iPod for “distraction-free listening.”

And I get it. We’re living in a sensory slot machine, bombarded by endless notifications, ads, bright colors, and look-at-me-look-at-me pop-ups feeding the irresistible urge to keep scrolling. Why wouldn’t you want a device that does one thing incredibly well without leading you astray? But I think this shift toward distraction-free states goes way beyond listening to your favorite albums. It’s about general well-being, better mental health, and actually getting things done.

As someone who occasionally struggles to stay focused on a single task - my thoughts can zip around like ...