5 Ways to Build Focus and Concentration - College Info Geek

If your studying gets interrupted often by distractions or the temptation to multi-task, try these methods of building your ability to focus.

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[JamiClaytn]

I found such a major improvement in my school performance when I started getting really into yoga. I didn't even notice a significant difference until after I stopped my practice. I noticed I had a harder time focusing, I wasn't doing as well in classes, and studying was such a pain in the butt. I then realized: yoga is what helped me get straight A's, as a biology major. When I did yoga everyday, my attention would almost never wander from the task at hand. DEFINITELY getting back into my practice before school starts again!

[OCD_Sparkies]

For a physical barrier to phone distraction I use a Kitchen Safe, which is a small box which has a timer on the lid which locks and has no way of opening until the timer is finished. Also works with playstation controllers and reward foods!

[HuwRichards]

My distraction, is watching your videos haha! But they're a fantastic help to my studying so thank you very much and keep up the excellent work!

[coffeedesbeans]

I'm studying for finals & I love coming to your channel for motivation! Thank you for your awesome videos.

[rociocampana]

Holy Jesus, you are amazing... I just found you on youtube and I'm already in love with you. I was feeling quite low, now after I watched afew of your videos I feel more motivated. Thank you, keep being amazing young man.

[srishtisaha]

I love how structured your videos are. You begin with a question, describe why the topic being discussed is necessary and then move on to what you have to say. You even conclude the video well with a quote. The video really builds up and keeps the reader engrossed.
P.S. - you must be really good at writing. :P

[sebastianrosado]

Amazing video man, I truly admire your proactivity and self-discipline. Keep it up!

[caseyking]

You should do a morning routine. One based on productivity or how to start off a productive day. Something like that! Please!

[vt]

I just started checking out your videos and I am very impressed by your ambitious ways to get to the fact's fast. I don't know if you will ever see my post but I have a concern for you. I myself am turning 33 this month and just started going to college. That's why I locked on to your videos because I see your methods to execute education are fantastic, but please don't burnout because your getting to a dangerous height like myself when I was an electrian. Stay observant to who and what's around you. Really appreciate your videos. Thanks.

[mkv]

1:14 start of advice. So you can focus ;)

[malthus]

Solid advice here. The having a pad of paper to write down things that take your attention instead of actually stopping to do them is something I've only just worked out for myself tr last few days! Weirdly it gives you a sense of relief, just to get it on paper and out of your head and also stops you fro doing it and being distracted from your main more important task.

Then when the work day is over, you have a nice list of fun things to do or look up on the internet.

[xubair]

Your book "10 steps to earning awesome grade" helped me dig my way to focus and improve my concentration and, thanks to you, my grades are now better. I sincerely thank you for your suggestions that changed my life completely and i am able to manage my tasks much more efficiently.

[MadeFan]

Your videos are distracting me from my paper work dammit!

[contactmeghan]

I appreciate how hard you've worked on these videos. It also helps that they're relatively short and to the point, so one can get back to studying. Thanks bud.

[hebudileep]

every single video present has some apps related to the methods described, ..which is a disadvantage for those of us who don't even have their own cell phone...but there are tips that doesn't involve the necessity of a smartphone....could u try adding more tips that do not involve a phone/smartphone(for people like me)...would appreciate that. Anyway, thanks for the tips and awesome job with the video, keep up the good work man!!

[katozrippla]

What distracted me was when you put up Avengers 2 is coming out, then I got mildly confused, looked at the date of this video and realised it was made 7 years ago. Props to you for making a near-decade old video that's still helpful

[SpeakTagalogWithJC]

Thank you for this! my focus is so bad that my mind wandered for like 5 times while watching this.

[simonbelmont]

The "burn your ship" tactic is a good way to force yourself to doing what you need to do. But meditating is the best way too. I use the rosary and when I have a whole day to spend I use 2 hours for rosary and stations of the cross meditation.

[priyaatif]

really really helpful... im dng my final exams in chartered accountancy and my mind goes in a dream mode after reading for sometime. i used to be more productive before but lately its going down the lane..i wish to get back on track asap

[realswobby]

The application: Forest
Me: Imma about to plant my own 20 million trees