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Distraction vs traction

Distraction vs traction

The best way to understand the term "distraction" is to know what it is not. It's not focus. Distraction is something that pulls us away from what we want. Traction is the opposite of distraction. It is the action that moves us toward what we really want.

The difference between traction and distraction is planning. There's little wrong with scrolling through Facebook or watching YouTube videos if you plan to do so. It is when you do it without the intention that it becomes problematic.

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Make use of a schedule maker

A schedule maker is a tool for building a weekly template for how you plan to spend your time. With a weekly schedule, you'll always know the difference between traction and distraction.

Time is a valuable asset. One way to guard our time is to use a schedule maker. Using it can significantly reduce the number of distractions and improve how we spend our time.

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