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Mastering Focus in an Age of Distraction In a world full of distractions, staying focused can feel like an uphill battle. Warpcast is a good example—it’s an awesome tool but it can also be a huge distraction. I’d be lying if I said otherwise. So, I thought talking about this would make an excellent topic of the day. With so many different things drawing our attention, what do you do to stay focused? One thing that I do is start each day with fresh to-do list that includes everything—even repetitive tasks. The tactile feel of crossing items off that list is strangely satisfying, no matter how small it is. I also break out my workday into small chunks. Working from home allows me to work for 2 hours, break for 2 hours, work for 2 more, break for 2 more, etc. What do you do to help stay focused with so many distractions vying for your attention?

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@adunnithoms1893

It's so simple, all I do is to plan my day before it begins, I wake up early, set up my daily goals and ensure its a clear goals.I eliminate anything that might cause distractions to me while working. I take a break at intervals and most times I use Pomodoro techniques to ensure I get my tasks done as at when due.

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Block scheduling is super helpful. Lock your phone in a drawer and focus for a period of time. If the day is easy, distractions are okay, but always prioritize what's important. I start my work day figuring out what needs to be done and prioritize. I generally have my weeks already blocked out for things, sometimes 2-3 weeks in advance. Easy days I spend more time here, busy days, no so much.

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When I want to concentrate, I meditate. I can do it for a short time, about 5 minutes, at work or anywhere. It's important to focus on breathing and clearing your mind, but it helps if you make it a habit, like strength training.

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Listening to certain types of frequencies, lion’s mane mushrooms and taking 5-10min micro breaks every 45-90min of intense focus (severe adhd hack 😂)

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I am a creature of habit and routine, I do the same thing every weekday with some small variation here and there this is essential as I need to effortless execute tasks as if I am on autopilot or something. There is some variation in there of course but it's a system I trust and it keeps me productive. The weekends are more loose, freedom to stray from my routine. I still have things I want to get done and I usually do, and if I don't then I pick away at them throughout the week. I allow a certain amount of time for each thing, I know how long everything will take and it doesn't all have to get done at once I can divide it up however I need to, to meet (my own) deadlines. Even if somethings run over on time it's okay because I can start early or work later to make up for that margin of error. Systematic living is it living? It's lead me to happiness and less stress and to me that is success ✔️

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@midnightmarauder.eth

My day is full of distractions, two kids and a single dad. I don’t have a strategy just take it as it comes. Self employed so I only take a few good construction jobs on these days. I somewhat thrive on chaos, perp trading while walking the dog, casting, buying art jumping around on the platform.. boom get a call, kids sick at school. Got to scoop them, be a nurse and get back to the game.

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Im terrible at this 😅 i learned to thrive in chaos early on from lacking the ability to focus 😆

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i take a very similar approach that helps me get stuff done on time. i make lists and reminders. for tasks that have a specific need, i'll block out some time on my calendar to ensure i'm reminded to dedicate focus at that time. how does working in small chunks affect your day and your family time?

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@joshisdead.eth

What I usually do is list the pattern of my task. Like at 10 am, I usually eat brunch, and so forth. The pattern helps me recognize that I'm still alive and doing great.

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Interesting topic to end the week. Well for one, I use the 20 mins rule which I learned from Chris Bailey. I work on one task for 20 mins then take a short break. It’s easy to adjust to and most of the time once I start, I end up working longer without noticing, works like magic in some way lol I also make no phone zones for myself or a temporary DND when I need to focus, I leave my phone in another room or intentionally allow it gets low. If I can’t see it, I’m not tempted to check it, and it really helps me get things done

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Yeah for me taking breaks is the most important thing as well. Also exercise helps a lot, especially cardio. Days I run I feel so much more focused after

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This might make me stick out here, but to keep focus: I've accepted that I'm not going to keep up--not with my goals and plans. I've accepted that in this web3 space I'm going to miss many things, b/c I'm not going to be able to keep up. And that's Ok, because I'm going to do and achieve a lot. My todo list each week is kind of small--a few big things and lots of little things to make progress and I get my list 80-100% done almost every week. I'm a big proponent of balance and recognizing that we overestimate what we can do in a day or week and we underestimate what we can achieve in a year.

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@smashthunderston

I start my day with rituals mainly water then coffee. I will switch up some days coffee at home vs coffee from the coffee shop. Then I'' focus on tasks I need to complete for the day. Making sure to take breaks and exercise.

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If you struggle to focus, try to do it for 30 seconds, you’ll trick your brain by thinking it won’t last long so it won’t be painful and you start to focus, often you will just start focusing for waaaaay longer than 30 seconds… the difficult part was just to start Action is key

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My secret to productivity is simple: 1. Plan my day before it begins 2. Wake up early and set clear daily goals 3. Eliminate distractions while working 4. Take regular breaks 5. Use Pomodoro techniques to stay on track By following this routine, I stay focused, achieve my tasks, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

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I have a to-do list as well that will guide me through the work day. However, sometimes I am distracted with my phone and I have my warpcast log-in on my work PC😅 , just like now🤣 . I don't go home though until I ticked all my to-do list as this is my gauge for a successful and wonderful and amazing day. Happy Fri-Yay!!!

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Coffee, pilates, rest, book really helped me

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- I use the pomodoro technique to stay focused. - I also try to mute my notification to stay focused on the task and get back to my phone as a reward system. - I switch to my laptop sometimes to stay focused cos holding my phone comes with a lot of distraction. These work, for me.

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Its really interested topic. Already i shared my daily activities ❤️ Lfg 🔥 https://warpcast.com/eng2monir/0x96f3a834

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