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First thought that comes to mind for me, when trying to answer that would be school. 45 minutes to an hour, then switch subjects. Get home, ten minutes of a show, commercial break. Maybe it's just programmed into our brains to constantly switch. The natural flow of a conversation. Think of that as well. One doesn't just sit there and repeat themselves. Of course I don't have the answers. Just thoughts.

It's decreasing. And it's the latest thing. Also, kudos to @nonamesleftouse for actually consuming quality long form content. woot woot.