Could your urge to check emails — instead of finishing that major project — be a response to an uncomfortable emotional state? It's easy to stumble down a rabbit hole when we consider the action work-related, such as checking emails, scrolling through Slack channels, or searching for something on Google... However, if these seemingly beneficial actions take the place of something else we intended to do, they're also distractions. The truth is that distraction comes from within, and time management is just another form of pain management. Check out the link in the comments for a video I recently made with Big Think on how “Understanding the psychology of distraction can help you stay on task.” After watching, be sure to share your thoughts below! #Indistractable #BigThink #InternalTriggers #HumanBehavior …see more