Focusr wins Rep. Jennifer Wexton’s 2024 Congressional App Challenge in Virginia’s 10th District

When asked what inspired the creation of Focusr, the students said, “The inspiration behind Focusr stems from our personal experiences as high school students navigating a world filled with digital distractions. We found ourselves frequently succumbing to procrastination, spending countless hours scrolling through social media and other time-consuming apps. This not only affected our academic performance but also our overall well-being. Recognizing that this issue was not unique to us, we delved into research and discovered that the average human attention span has dramatically decreased in recent years, with some studies even suggesting it is now shorter than that of a goldfish.
          

This alarming trend highlighted a pervasive problem affecting not just our generation but society as a whole. The constant bombardment of information and the rise of social media have made it increasingly challenging for individuals to maintain focus on tasks, leading to decreased productivity and heightened stress levels. We felt compelled to address this modern epidemic by developing a solution that could help people regain control over their attention and time.
          

By creating Focusr, we aim to provide a practical tool that empowers users to improve their concentration in a measurable way. Our personal struggles with focus and the desire to make a positive impact on others motivated us to harness technology for good. We believe that by helping individuals enhance their attention spans, we can contribute to a more productive, mindful, and balanced society. Our hope is that Focusr will not only assist users in overcoming their personal challenges with focus but also spark a broader conversation about the importance of mental well-being in the digital age.”