Seeking Attention

Seeking Attention depicts the intimate complicity between attention and identity with the assertion, "You are what you pay attention to."

Exploring the essential yet elusive nature of attention, Seeking Attention offers a fresh, thought-provoking perspective. Inspired by Simone Weil's statement that "attention is the rarest and purest form of generosity," this book focuses on a novel collection of short "portraits." Each examines how archetypal figures—such as the detective, the fan, the therapist, the parent, and the lover—engage with attention in their unique ways.

Accessible and Thought-Provoking: Written in an approachable style, this book presents an engaging introduction to the growing field of attention studies, sparking new reflections on how we pay attention.

Diverse Archetypes: Each figure represents a different approach to attention, highlighting its blind spots, failures, and occasional triumphs. It prompts readers to reflect on their own habits.

A Phenomenology of Attention: Through these portraits, readers are invited to rethink their understanding of attention, recognising how it shapes relationships, work, and the world around them.

Addressing the "Industrial-Distraction Complex": Offering alternative models for true presence, Seeking Attention encourages multi-sensory awareness as a powerful counter to our age of distraction.

Seeking Attention is an ideal read for those interested in cultural studies, psychology, or mindfulness, providing fresh insights into the vital role attention plays in both personal growth and collective well-being.