Simplify Your Focus
As much as possible, it’s best to focus on a single task at a time. With intention.
That means, instead of constantly switching around, it’s best to pick one thing and set aside some time (10 minutes, half an hour, etc.) to focus on just that thing. If it’s important enough to take up your attention and time, it’s important enough to give it the space for complete focus.
When you clear everything aside, before you dive fullbore into the task, ask yourself, “What is my intention here?”
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