Kiwi_Rebecca_C 321 Posted June 16, 2022 Share Posted June 16, 2022 I have a hard time keeping focused on my work school work sometimes, especially if I'm just on a computer by myself. I often end up just thinking about something random without realizing it or looking something up that's not related. Any suggestions? Link to comment
andrewWetter 331 Posted June 16, 2022 Share Posted June 16, 2022 Perhaps make a checklist or schedule of what you need to get done. Make sure to check off each task as you do it. After completing work, take a break, walk about, get a treat/snack. But then return and focus on the next bit. If you are able, set a time-budget for each task. Music could help you focus. Perhaps not sing-along songs, but just more background music. Just so you have something to keep you company. if you struggle to focus due to other reasons (anxiety/stress etc..) you might consider trying to listen to some ASMR (thousands of videos on YouTube). If you don’t know it, it is basically just people making calm soothing sounds, or talking quietly/ whispering to the camera. It is really quite odd, but I do find it strangely relaxing. good luck! andrew Kiwi_Rebecca_C 1 Link to comment
Snorri 12 Posted June 16, 2022 Share Posted June 16, 2022 Hej, A checklist is a really good idea. I set often also goals and have little rewards for reaching them. Music works for me also pretty good. The only condition for me is, that the language of the song and the language I'm working in, are not the same. Because then it's easier to tube out the lyrics. And lastly what may seem a bit strange, but I talk to myself while studying or writing essays 😄 It really is strange but it helps me a lot^^ Good luck and don't forget to take breaks. Sven Kiwi_Rebecca_C 1 Link to comment
StNick 6 Posted June 21, 2022 Share Posted June 21, 2022 Maybe you have ADHD - try really throwing yourself into it, like hyping yourself up to be really interested in it. Link to comment
leakyturtle 137 Posted June 22, 2022 Share Posted June 22, 2022 I listen to music. For some reason music helps me focus my mind on what I need to do. But I know also some people who say it is easier to focus if studying in public place, like coffee shop or something. Kiwi_Rebecca_C 1 Link to comment
Kiwi_Rebecca_C 321 Posted June 23, 2022 Author Share Posted June 23, 2022 I might indeed have mild ADHD haha. I have learning disabilities in reading, writing, and general comprehension so I wouldn't be surprised. Going out in public places to do I know does help me I should do that more. Thanks all! Link to comment
Sprite 122 Posted June 23, 2022 Share Posted June 23, 2022 Not currently a student, but when I studied, or was working on a machine to learn (namely computers), I listened to some music to keep my mind on track. Helps me focus. A lot of people also struggle with staying focused if their workspace, be it their desk or work room, is disorganized and messy. Other than that, routine. Be aware of when your mind wanders. If you can't keep your focus, take a break and try again later. Maybe have a shower that may or may not be in your pants to relax. Link to comment
Janiseguchi 74 Posted June 23, 2022 Share Posted June 23, 2022 Not really a student any more. But when I was in the hell that is school I usually always listened to music. Either on the radio or on YouTube. Music always seemed to help me through my homework and everything. I still listen to music when cleaning. Sometimes it helps. Just try to avoid head banging or air instruments. Link to comment
DesperateJill 3,793 Posted June 25, 2022 ✨ Legendary Member Share Posted June 25, 2022 I guess I was lucky in the fact that I was always a good student despite the fact that I was easily distracted and a huge procrastinator. Luckily I tend to remember and retain everything that I hear, so simply listening to the lesson in class I will usually remember what I learned without having to repeatedly study it. At most right before class I would study and just read over my notes so that they would be fresh in my mind before a test and I never really had any problems. If I don't understand something the first time studying it generally doesn't help me in the long run. Even now I have to admit I'm a terrible procrastinator even when it's something I actually want to do. Like I have nearly 2 dozen things I need to get around to reading editing and publishing both under my pseudonyms and my real name (including three omorashi novels) and I keep thinking of constant excuses not to do that. I ended up publishing and reading and editing like three of them last month and then I got sick and now I still haven't gotten around to doing it. Back when I was in high school and college if I had weeks to do a report I would do all of the reading and write the essay and do basically the whole project like literally the night before staying up all night to finish it rather than working on it gradually. Somehow amazingly I got good grades though, so maybe I actually do work good under pressure, under pressure of a full bladder in regards to my job outdoors anyway LOL. Kiwi_Rebecca_C 1 Link to comment
DrBorderline 325 Posted June 28, 2022 Share Posted June 28, 2022 Music playlists, nothing with vocals, at least not in a language you speak. Lyrics can hijack your brain. Ace Combat is good for this, as are various other video game soundtracks. If you do have ADHD, formal diagnosis or informal self-diagnosis, stimulants help. If you can't get a prescription for something stronger, coffee and soda are ubiquitous in the modern world. (Assuming you don't have a heart condition or diabetes or something else that keeps you from partaking.) Kiwi_Rebecca_C 1 Link to comment
EmbarrassingSe 9 Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 Music. Breaks every 15 minutes 5 minute break. Link to comment
caedar 112 Posted August 27, 2022 Share Posted August 27, 2022 Super detailed lists/plans, incredibly relaxing ambient or incredibly harsh noisy music, clean room, clean self, warm coffee, and a wank beforehand. Link to comment
LifeIsStrange 1,003 Posted August 28, 2022 Share Posted August 28, 2022 Back when I was in college I found putting on a podcast in the background helped me concentrate. Link to comment
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