How do I get concentration? I keep thinking of other stuff....?

Question

I have this very important exam coming up and i really need to concentrate in my studies and I'm running low on confidence. Please help me with this. I have this thing going on my head which makes me think that I won't be able to remember what Io have learnt and its very confusing....Please help me

Answer 1

As we approach the stressors in our life with an optimistic attitude, it will help us a great deal to deal effectively with stress and anger. The main way I deal with stress and anger, is I take 15 min. early in the morning, and 15 min. in the evening to practice a simple meditation called the mindfulness of breathing. [I also practice Analytical meditation for 15 min. a day; spoken of later].
Mindfulness of Breathing exercises:
1) Be in a comfortable position, whether sitting
or lying down.
2) Have someone watch your other children for
about 15 min. [Increase in time gradually, after practicing for a month].
Then close your eyes, and concentrate
totally on your breathing.
3) At the end of your first inhalation of oxygen,
count one. Keep doing this until you get to
ten. Remain patient with yourself.
4) Then focus your attention on breathing only
through your nostrils, which filter out all
the things, which are not healthy to breath
into your lungs. Be aware of the various
sensations through your nostrils, while you
continue the counting. When you get to
ten, start again at one.
5) When a distracting thoughts enters your mind
allow them to pass through {your mind], or judging them, or trying to fix them.
And then gently, patiently bring your full
attention back to your breath. Every time,
a distracting thought {any thought which
would take your attention of your breath),
comes to your mind, you need to use this
skillful, disciplinary method of bring it back.
Thoughts do come into our minds, especially
worrisome , or pressing thoughts
which indicate to us that we have an anxious mind.
Just be patient w/yourself, and keep practicing.
**"There is proven evidence of the
Success of The Mindfulness of Breathing
Exercises Proven by Dr. Jon Kabat-ZinnPhD
Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn PhD. has a book
out called, "Coming to Our Senses' which
teaches this. *There is also a book called, " The
Beginner's Guide to Insight Meditation"
by: Arinna Weisman & Jean Smith which is most
Excellent also.*” The Mindfulness of Breathing
greatly help us to clearly see things as they really are, in order to act and react in a healthy manner toward people, and situations in life.
I practice mindfulness of breathing to reduce stress and anger, and to cultivate Patience. I really enjoy the practice of mindfulness of breathing exercises. In Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn's clinic in Mass. he teaches the mindfulness of breathing to his patients to help them reduce pain, stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and worry. Many people establish the practice of mindfulness, as a way of life for themselves. For some, who are very Analytical, and might have a difficult time calming down their mind, "analytical meditation" is probably geared more for them. This method of meditation is excellent for effectively dealing with pain, stress, & anger. Training in Patience: The meditation of observing our stress and anger involves paying close attention to the storyline behind stress and anger. We note the blood rushing to our head, our heart pounding, the emotional pain of hurt feelings, disappointment, & unfulfilled expectations. Simply observing these, “but Not reacting to them by clinging to them or pushing them away, we experience them as they are in the present. In doing so, we watch them arise And Cease in their own accord.” Mindfulness is very effective in letting go of Negative emotions. “Techniques in which we re-frame the situation constitute most of this volume, and they fall in the category of 'Analytical meditation, in which we investigate our thoughts, feeling, and perceptions to discern if they are accurate and beneficial. Changing the way we describe and interpret situations subdue stress, pain, anger because we stop exaggerating and projecting negativities onto people, situations, and objects.' In this way, the external event, its meaning, & our position in it appear to us differently, and our stress and anger evaporates.” Meditation on love and compassion{loving-kindness meditation], (which many do as form of walking meditation) strengthens these positive thoughts and emotions in our minds and hearts, which are beneficial because these thoughts and emotions act not only as antidotes to stress and anger, but also as measures preventing them from arising. So for some, mindfully observing their Thoughts and emotions allow stress and anger to subdue naturally, while for others, a more Analytical approach is necessary. Through investigation{introspection), we see clearly that stress and anger are states of mind that misapprehends their object {either the person or the situation). But remember, subduing stress & anger, to cultivate Patience properly is a slow and steady process. Don’t expect them to always disappear overnight. Reacting stressfully and in anger are deeply ingrained habits, & like all habits, it takes time to unlearn. Practice Meditating daily. (Think about this, who really gives us the best opportunity to demonstrate patience, compassion, and tolerance? Not our friends, because they are nice to us. It is our enemies. Through having an optimistic attitude, we can clearly see that it is our enemies which help us that infinitely beneficial, wholesome quality of Patience. It is those who harm and offend us that actually give us excellent opportunities to cultivate Patience). “Meditation greatly helps us deal effectively with stress, and anger – to cultivate Patience and tolerance, resulting in Peace of Mind.
This “Patience” is the ability to remain internally calm, and undisturbed in the face of harm or difficulties. Through the situations in life which we are faced with, patience and wisdom are cultivated and stress-energy w/in us, and the anger-energy within us are slowly dissolved, resulting in peace of mind.
Thank You for Your Excellent Question, Remain Optimistic. The world needs more people like you, who have a positive optimistic attitude in Life. Life really is great and people are too.
With Metta {loving-kindness and friendship)!

Answer 2

Have you been worrying about a lot of different things for a long time now? If it may be more than just some exam jitters. Start your study sessions with a stretch, that will get your metabolism going and brain ready to run. I also suggest you start a mini-diary of your worries, and "why" you worry about them..

As for your exam, make a list of everything you need to study, prioritize, and then stick to the program. If you need to isolate yourself (i.e. away from your computer, cut off Internet) to so, your social life will recover. Energy drinks and coffee are tempting to increase concentration, but they can also play against you if you take them at the wrong time of day, or too much of them. Stick to one cup of coffee in the morning! Snaking may help you though (nothing too junky), so think fruits and veggies.

And whatever the issue (or issues) is, you should either deal with them NOW, or write them down or tape record it, put it in a drawer and deal with it after your exam.

I hope this helps and good luck!

Answer 3

Ha ha... pretty tough question. It depends about what you're doing. But all i can say is focus. Know what you are doing, what is for, and think about all the benefits that you'll get from it after its all done! (",)
If its reading, i prefer you to read it loud rather than trying it reading silently. Or go to a serene place so you could concentrate. You can say a prayer, tell to God all that stuffs that blur your mind and ask him to help you... believe in Him... then HE WILL! Stay focused!^_^

Answer 4

Simple... Believe you can do it... Believe that you can attain it...
Focus on relaxing and getting all the information... understand it...
See beyond the letters and words... use you imagination... The more you focus on what you are reading and using your imagination, the more you will get the exam... Relax!!! you need to be relaxed to do these things... when you relax everything flows... You cannot swing a bat in full force if you are tense... ;-)

Answer 5

Start small with a chart to help organize your thoughts. Take a break Come back with your mind clear and try to write the body of the essay. take a break Write the beginning and ending to your essay. take a break when things become to overwhelming.

Answer 6

Be a man, the things you are saying is with kids.

Use will-power, by saying its time for memorizing that i love most.

Answer 7

So how do you feel about that......