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Strategies to deal with distractions
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overview
Get organized with a to-do list
Create a distraction-free environment
Set three objectives every day.
fight the urge to multitask
Schedule time for each task that you must do
Break the cycle of stress and distraction.
Get organized with a to-do list
One way to curb distraction is to create a schedule/to-do list. Having a to-do can help organize deadlines and manage one's time more efficiently with a proper schedule.
What to do
Figure out when you're most productive
Set time aside for homework and activities
Keeping a planner or digital calendar will help you keep track of what to do and when to do it. Paper planners are perfect for those who like writing to-do lists and scheduling appointments by hand.
Create a distraction-free environment
Creating an environment that helps you thrive is very important when dealing with distractions. You can start by creating an environment in which you’re less tempted to get preoccupied with something other than what you’re working on. This isn’t always easy to do especially when you must multitask between running a home, being a parent and getting schoolwork done. For one, we must rely on a computer to do our work, but we also find our biggest distractions is enabled using a computer on the internet.
What to do:
The solution is to Close the door to your office, if you work in an open area get rid of any form of noise.
Put on noise-canceling headphones if you must.
Turn off your phone or put it on silent and move it away from you
Set three objectives every day
A long list of to do list can be overwhelming. Its easy to give up before starting.
What to do:
You can kick off your day by working on 3 main objectives daily to accomplish your goal
Write down your goal on a sticky note and put it where you can see them.
Give yourself a shorter time frame
To eliminate distractions, give yourself a shorter time frame to finish your work. Its like giving yourself an artificial deadline but, backed up with something that holds you accountable.
Talk to your boss or client that you’ll give them a draft of a project by the end of the day. Find an accountability partner who will hold you to your target time frame.
Schedule time for each task that you must do
There are a million distractions when you are hunkered down at home—that pile of dishes from this morning, Planning out your week, including work and personal goals, could also help decrease distractions.
Knock out similar tasks in one batch to maximize productivity,
Break the cycle of stress and distraction
Stress also plays a major role in causing distraction.
we find ourselves trying to work while feeling overwhelmed. This leaves us frazzled and exhausted, easily distracted and unable to focus.
Bringing your stress under control will help you regain your focus and overcome distractions more easily.
You must find ways to calm your mind and relax your body to reduce the body’s stress response.
Make sure you get enough sleep.
Practice breathing exercises and find ways to contain your anxiety.
