Why You Can't FOCUS - And How To Fix That

In today's world, being able to focus is almost like a superpower.
You rarely see anyone who's able to concentrate on a single task for hours.
And the individuals who are able to focus, to nobody's surprise, get so much more done than other people.

There are many areas where you could benefit from better concentration. Whether it's for school, studying, work or a hobby. If you're able to focus you can get your desired results faster.
So today I'll explain what's holding you back from focusing and what you can do to improve it.

#Focus #FixYourFocus

[halimacooks]

Video: how to focus.
me: cannot even focus on the video, just reading comments.

[YaNeK]

As a BONUS TIP, I would like to recommend:
Setting an alarm for 60-90 minutes before your designated sleep time to create a "Pre-Sleep Ritual" where you disconnect from all your tech devices (no screen time and set phone on flight mode, and dim the house lights). Do things like brush your teeth, organise your desk, wash dishes, journal down your ideas (download your day onto paper), read your book. That way you will program your mind to calm down with sufficient timing which will allow you to have a higher quality sleep and you will feel incredible and super focused the next day. When you wake up, implement a similar (tech free) Post-Sleep Ritual to start your morning fresh without bombarding your mind with the outside World's distractions wasting your attention units. Keep those habits implemented long enough and there will be no limit to what you can achieve with your new found hyper focus!
I hope this serves you well and if you've read this far, I wish you all the best on your journey of personal development and sending much love from Western Australia :)

[charlesartillero]

To improve focus
1. Avoid distractions
2. Sleep 7-9 hrs
3. Keep Hydrated
4. Eat Healthy
5. Exercise
To build focus
1. Do a task in the morning
2. Recharge your brain (nap, walk, etc.)

Pomodoro Technique
1. Do a task without distractions in a period of time (i.e. 20mins, 30mins)
2. After that take a break for a period of time (shorter than task mode)
3. Repeat it for 4-5 times (Task->break->task...)
4. Then take a break longer than task mode.
5. Back again if you want more.

Remember: Focus is like a muscle it need train, recovery and care.

[theonejmv]

I've found that avoiding checking a mobile phone first thing in the A.M. and doing another task first like writing, cooking or getting ready helps you focus better and think clearer during the day.

[simonsays]

I’m literally watching this to procrastinate trying the dopamine detox from your other video

[stonedplatypus]

video: how to focus
me: *stops focusing on the video to read comments and post one*

[thavanvinakout]

Because I have problem of focusing, I can't focus on this video

[muriloboone]

i've always hated the pomodoro thing, because every single video i watch about it tells me to set up a timer, but i eventually check the timer every minute because of anxiety and when the time was getting closer to the end, I couldn't focus on anything but the clock. So I tried something different: when I'm studying, I set the goals for each book chapter, videoclass or question set. I am more likely to study from videos, so I focus my time in one 30 min video or something about that, than take my water break. I breath deeply through my window looking at the sky, play with my dog, eat a fruit or anything, then go back to my desk. I found I work better without time settings and adapted this to my routine.

[sluvggs]

it is almost a crime how underrated this channel is. know all your hard work is extremely appreciated

[silvanaespinal]

*Mom comes in while I really want to do work*
Mom: "Do your work."
Me: *Not wanting to do my work anymore*

[heyodrian]

Discipline plays a role here. Nice job on explaining dude.

[Pearl]

I’m having trouble even focusing on the video…

[MrGamer-ocdy]

"And I know you're procrastinating at this very moment by watching this video."
Me: HOW DID HE KNOW

[SILVERSPADES]

*tries to focus on video. Gets interrupted by ads

[ImprovementGang]

The 52/17 rule changed how I worked. It's 52 minutes of working with full attention. After, you get a 17 minute break. This seems a bit odd, but the 52 minutes allows me to enter the flow state with ease. I highly recommend it!

[ivyy]

Me having difficulty focusing on the video 😂

[Victor-oybj]

11:15
-concentrate one thing at a time (no scattered focus)
-remove all distractions (phone)
-physiology (sleep 7-9, exercise daily, hydration, diet, less sugar)
-concentration is a skill (train focus, concentration daily, dedicated time - recommended morning)
-unstimulate brain (proper break, no phone still stimulation, walk meditate or nap, allow for boredom)
-pomodoro technique

[germantruthseeker]

"cellphones aren't the only thing that divide your focu..."



*video gets interrupted by ad*

[YONGQI-eent]

How to being focused on something.

1. Remove all distractions
a. Avoid any stimuli
b. Which could potentially harm your concentration
c. Example: phone
i. Put it somewhere
ii. Where you know it won’t disturb you
iii. You won’t be able to look at it
d. Aware of the possible distractions, to avoid them

2. Physiology/take care of your body
a. Gets 7-9 hours of sleep
b. Exercise, ex: short walk (better, walk in nature)
c. Hydration
d. Healthy diet
i. Sugar leads to brain fog  Inability to concentrate

3. Concentration is a skill
a. Train your focus
b. The more you do it, the better you get at it
c. Do smth day after day,
i. Able to do it for longer periods of time
ii. Have a certain time in your day

4. Make it a habit
a. Best time for focus: morning
i. 1 hour after waking up
ii. Fully awake
iii. Mind is not yet occupied with other things

5. Un-stimulate your brain
a. Take a proper break
i. Go for a walk
ii. Meditate } un-plug & start recharging metal energy
iii. Take a nap

6. Pomodoro Technique
a. Choose a task
b. Set a timer for 25 minutes (recommendation)
c. Take a 5-minute break
d. Restart the timer
e. After completed four 25 minutes sessions  take a longer break

[nasimakhatun]

Your videos are not only mere videos, they are gems in disguise. I learn new things from your content everytime and try to implement them in my life. You explain it so simply that I find it easy to follow, not all but at least some of them. I'm so grateful.