Finding Time by Finding Focus: 5 Tips

"If you chase two rabbits, both will escape."

Chinese Proverb

1. Start with Mindfulness. Notice when your attention is wandering. Don’t do anything about it. Just notice.



2. Bring it Back. After you get good at noticing when your mind wanders, start gently bringing it back to the task.



3. Explore, Don’t Ignore. If your mind keeps wandering to the same place, try setting your task aside for a moment. Ask what you are trying to tell yourself. Set a time frame for this, and don’t spend too long. Your exploration should not become a distraction!



4. Make a Note. If what’s tugging at you seems important, make a note and promise yourself to come back to it later. Set a specific time for doing this. When you can trust that you’ll come back to something later, you will be more willing to let it go in the moment!



5. Focusing Means Saying No. You must have boundaries to stay focused. Once you have decided on a task, keep saying YES to your focus and NO to your distractions.

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