2. Directed Focus
Definition: Zoning in on one thing, ignoring everything else.
Example: I set my phone aside, close the door, and study for 30 minutes without looking up.
Application: Aim for one task. Block out everything else. It's hard at first but gets easier with practice.
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There are two kinds of focus: scattered (multitasking mess) and directed (laser-like attention). You want directed focus—it’s how people who crush their goals get stuff done. But first, you need to understand what's distracting you and how to stop it.
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