It may seem impossible to improve your concentration and focus, but it isn’t a million-dollar question. Getting yourself to focus and tune out distractions is sometimes easier said than done, but it is possible. It can boost your focus in effective, actionable, and caffeine-free ways.
Mahmud Kara, M.D., founder, and CEO of KaraMD, says finding your focus can be ‘trained’ like other habits. Limiting external distractions and building internal motivation are the keys to improving focus.
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Is your goal to increase motivation, and focus, and improve concentration? Get into the “flow” mindset and stay there, so you can finally get stuff done by following these expert-recommended tips. For better focus, follow these steps.
Are You Having Trouble Focusing?
Stress is the most common cause of difficulty concentrating. However, certain medications, eating habits, lack of sleep, procrastination struggles, and physical and mental health conditions (such as depression) can also affect your ability to focus.
Often, the low focus is characterized by a feeling of mental cloudiness or “brain fog.” Poor focus can make it difficult to complete household chores or write an email. In addition to problems with concentration, you may feel restless and forgetful, have difficulty making decisions, remembering recent events, and lack energy.
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How To Improve Your Focus
The focus is critical in every aspect of life: at work, in relationships, and our day-to-day activities. Experts share some strategies for improving focus and establishing a productive cycle of motivation, concentration, and productivity.
- Be consistent with your routine.
- Keep your environment in check and curated.
- Organize your tasks.
- Consume energizing foods.