Summary
A new trend called "Rawdogging Boredom," popular among Gen Z on TikTok, involves purposefully experiencing boredom by avoiding phones and doing nothing. Experts suggest that while this can help improve attention spans, it needs to be done regularly and mindfully to be effective. However, there are concerns about the potential drawbacks and extremes of this trend on social media.
Key Facts
- "Rawdogging Boredom" is a trend where people intentionally experience boredom by not using their phones and doing nothing.
- The term "Rawdogging" means engaging in something without much protection or preparation.
- Experts say practicing boredom regularly and mindfully could improve attention spans.
- Elizabeth H. Weybright emphasizes the benefits of doing nothing for both creativity and deep thinking.
- Experts warn that doing nothing just for social media might not have long-term benefits.
- Heather C. Lench compares the trend to exposure therapies, suggesting gradual desensitization as a better approach.
- Attention spans have decreased over the years, with current stats showing people focus for less than a minute at a time on screens.
