# The red car theory

**Published by:** [Eric's Blog](https://paragraph.com/@epr/)
**Published on:** 2024-12-02
**Categories:** reflection, life, focus, attention, psychology
**URL:** https://paragraph.com/@epr/the-red-car-theory

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Ever notice how once something’s been brought to your attention, you start seeing it everywhere? That’s the “red car theory” at work—our focus shifts, and suddenly, the world seems full of what we’re paying attention to. Lately, I’ve been dialed into opportunities for education and creativity, and while that’s exciting, it also makes me wonder: What else am I missing? I’ve always loved connecting the dots—between ideas, disciplines, people—and I can’t help but think about the patterns I might not be picking up on yet. I know there’s so much more waiting for me to notice. It makes me wonder: What else could I set an intention to see?

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