Why Do Modern People 'Waste Time and Get Tired'? Native Camp Releases New Theme 'Mismatch Between Brain and Modern Society' in Popular Textbook 'Daily News'

Native Camp Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Kunihiro Tanikawa), which operates the unlimited-lesson online English conversation service 'Native Camp English,' announced the release of a new textbook theme for its original material 'Daily News.' This theme delves into the causes behind modern individuals feeling they 'waste time' and are 'constantly tired,' exploring the 'mismatch between the brain and modern society.' The textbook focuses on the impact of technology, such as smartphones and social media, on our attention spans, and the fundamental workings of the human brain. By learning about these concepts in English, users can aim to enhance both their self-understanding and their English expression abilities. The new material examines why we feel tired and why we struggle to concentrate, linking these issues to the 'mismatch' between the human brain's natural mechanisms and the current societal environment. The learning process allows students to understand these phenomena in English and articulate their thoughts in their own words. Key features of the textbook include: Understanding the 'mismatch' between modern society and the human brain in English; learning how smartphone notifications can trigger primitive survival responses and lead to attention deficits and fatigue; verbalizing the difference between 'values' and 'should thinking,' recognizing that dissatisfaction with others may stem from 'should' beliefs; and engaging in practical discussions with instructors on everyday stress, such as 'Why do smartphones make us tired?' or 'Why do minor annoyances bother us?' This approach helps learners improve practical speaking skills. The material also addresses the tendency for attention to be drawn to problems and complaints, encouraging more conscious thought habits, which can be applied not only to English learning but also to daily life. 'Daily News' is a popular Native Camp textbook that uses current global topics as its basis, allowing learners to study vocabulary, listening, reading, and speaking comprehensively. The service offers unlimited lessons, enabling repeated practice and deeper understanding of the same themes. Native Camp continues to develop materials that help learners think about daily life and social issues in English and express themselves confidently.