{"id":113238,"date":"2023-09-18T10:52:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-18T14:52:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/?p=113238"},"modified":"2023-09-22T14:47:28","modified_gmt":"2023-09-22T18:47:28","slug":"how-to-improve-your-focus-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/how-to-improve-your-focus-2\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Improve Your Focus With an Everyday Routine"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>How do outside distractions prevent us from getting work done? Why is a routine the best way to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/how-to-avoid-distractions\/\">improve your focus<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/reasons-for-procrastinating\/\">reasons we procrastinate<\/a> is that we have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/why-is-it-so-hard-to-focus-2\/\">trouble focusing<\/a> on what we need to be doing. <em>Immediate Action<\/em> by Thibaut Meurisse says that sometimes we&#8217;re overstimulated, distracted, or otherwise unable to pay complete attention to the task at hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Continue reading to learn <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/how-to-concentrate-better\/\">how to improve your focus<\/a> with a routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cultivate-your-ability-to-focus\"><strong>Cultivate Your Ability to Focu<\/strong>s<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Meurisse contends that being in the wrong mental space can keep us from immersing ourselves in our work and focusing on the work we need to get done. Before getting into how to improve your focus, you need to understand the two different mental experiences that interfere with our ability to work productively.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, <strong>overstimulation<\/strong>\u2014the experience that your brain or senses are overwhelmed by all of the things demanding your attention\u2014is common when we can access addictive social networks or an endless loop of YouTube videos at all times. Meurisse writes that even worse, the need to divert ourselves with these activities feels more compelling the more we indulge it. Second, <strong>distraction<\/strong> comes in the form of tasks that feel productive but prevent you from making progress on more important tasks. (For example, your email inbox might feel urgent but can distract you from tasks that are much more critical to your goals.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(Shortform note: We all have trouble focusing. Chris Bailey, author of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/app\/book\/hyperfocus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Hyperfocus<\/em><\/a>, writes that our brains are even \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vox.com\/the-goods\/2019\/9\/4\/20837248\/hyperfocus-book-attention-productivity-distraction\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">wired for distraction<\/a>.\u201d But like Meurisse, Bailey believes that it\u2019s not just distraction, but also overstimulation, that hurts our focus. The modern world is so stimulating that we change our focus on average every 40 seconds. Each time, our brain is rewarded with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/app\/book\/hyperfocus#step-2-limit-and-manage-distractions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a hit of dopamine<\/a>, a chemical that makes us feel good. To increase your attention span, you have to decrease this overstimulation of your brain. Bailey advises deleting unnecessary apps, using software that blocks the internet, or leaving your phone in another room. By reducing demands on your attention, you can focus more and accomplish more of what you intend to do.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a simple solution that can help with overstimulation, distraction, and other issues with focus, according to Meurisse: <strong>building an effective routine<\/strong>. He writes that procrastination has become a habit for many of us. But by building a daily routine, you can intentionally cultivate habits that help you to get your work done on a timely basis.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ideally, you should build a pre-work routine that you can complete at the same place and time each day. <strong>The routine will signal to your mind that it\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/time-to-focus\/\">time to focus<\/a> on your work<\/strong>. For example, you might get a glass of ice water and open the windows in your home office to get your mind into \u201cwork\u201d mode. Meurisse also recommends that you begin work right away after completing your routine (preferably on the most important task that you need to complete that day so you don\u2019t get sidetracked by less critical projects). The sense of accomplishment you feel after you finish that task will motivate you through the rest of your day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Does Creating a Routine Really Work?<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><br>You\u2019ve heard the advice to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/create-a-routine\/\">create a routine<\/a> countless times. But do routines really work? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.com\/family\/article\/the-science-behind-create-a-routine-advice-coronavirus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Scientists say yes.<\/a> When you start a new routine, parts of the brain that learn patterns and process rewards kick into gear. As you repeat the routine, you signal to your brain that the activities are important. So your brain learns that getting them done feels good. It eventually learns to respond automatically when you begin the routine, which increases your focus, reduces stress, and might even boost your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/having-a-purpose-in-life\/\">sense of purpose<\/a>.&nbsp;<br><br>One expert notes that a good routine can also help you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.realsimple.com\/work-life\/life-strategies\/benefits-of-routines\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">make the most of your time<\/a>. When you have a routine to get yourself into the state of mind that\u2019s conducive to work, you reduce the likelihood that you\u2019ll be distracted or multitasking while you\u2019re trying to get through your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/gtd-to-do-list\/\">to-do list<\/a>. In addition, a good routine can make a calming start to your day, preparing you for the work you need to do and helping you feel more capable of handling any challenges that arise unexpectedly.&nbsp;<br><br>An effective routine might even help you get a jump on your most important tasks, as Meurisse recommends. Brian Tracy, author of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/app\/book\/eat-that-frog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Eat That Frog!<\/em><\/a>, also advises that you begin your day with the highest-priority item on your to-do list. He explains that this helps you start your day with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/app\/book\/eat-that-frog\/introduction#make-it-a-habit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">boost of endorphins<\/a>, hormones that increase your sense of well-being. But consistently tackling your most important task first can also make you feel happier with your productivity over longer periods of time. That feeling sets you up for more success (and more happiness!) over the long term.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How do outside distractions prevent us from getting work done? Why is a routine the best way to improve your focus? One of the reasons we procrastinate is that we have trouble focusing on what we need to be doing. Immediate Action by Thibaut Meurisse says that sometimes we&#8217;re overstimulated, distracted, or otherwise unable to pay complete attention to the task at hand. 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