I get easily sidetracked or distracted, any tips on staying focused?
2006-11-01 13:05:53 · 12 answers · asked by ? 1 in Social Science ➔ Other - Social Science
By willpower alone.
2006-11-01 15:55:53 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I find it best to listen to some classical music on a light volume or else just complete silence.
I'm sort of the same way. My mind wanders off, especially if I'm doing a boring English project. XD
Of course, being in a place with little distractions or where you always concentrate is useful. Like, do your homework in the same spot everyday.
2006-11-01 21:19:10 · answer #2 · answered by Kris 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Silence is the key word. When that is not possible, then you must learn to block out all distractions, and concentrate on one thing at a time.
2006-11-02 15:32:42 · answer #3 · answered by rainbow4550 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I drink caffiene and limit distractions.
Seriously - I can stay focused on anything if I see the value in completing the task. You must find some value in what you are doing, and you will stay focused. Sometimes the value is future - such as schooling - sometimes the value is more immediate - such as once I get this task done, I can move on to something more interesting. Don't think of how 'boring' this task is, think of its value and get it done and move on.
2006-11-01 21:18:16 · answer #4 · answered by soulsearching 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a competitive person by nature, I usually concentrate better when the pressure is on, like in a competition or If I have a dead line. I always feel it necessary to prove my abilities.
2006-11-01 21:12:05 · answer #5 · answered by mslorikaraoke 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For my GF it was orange juice... She went to pour a glass this morning & saw the word concentrate, so just stood there looking at the carton for a couple of hours.
2006-11-01 21:18:04 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do too! I'm finding music is helping. I'm playing it now! Music that I grew up with helps me. Also, soft instrumental music (pianos, saxophones, stuff like that). Soft jazz and even classical music. I love the recent stuff out there, but it doesn't help me to concentrate!
2006-11-01 21:16:55 · answer #7 · answered by luvmuzik 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For me, Coffee. Lot's of Coffee. I get distracted easily when I'm mentally exhausted. so coffee helps with that.
2006-11-02 04:58:43 · answer #8 · answered by Odindmar 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Caffeine. If I enjoy what I'm doing. If I feel like what I'm doing is useful. Sometimes knowing I can take a break in a few hours.
2006-11-01 21:14:18 · answer #9 · answered by gen Xer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
turn the TV,radio or any other type of noise maker OFF. Do not have snacks laying around close to you .have good lighting and clear your mind & get to it.
2006-11-01 21:17:26 · answer #10 · answered by Tired Old Man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am VERY VERY easily distracted, so i know ur problem. Wat my mom has done is put me in a little room with no friends to distract me. Consider that.
2006-11-01 21:10:03 · answer #11 · answered by Karis Lee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋