5 Proven Strategies to Ignite Laser Focus and Break Free from Feeling Stuck

Hi! Feel like you have the attention span of a goldfish? You're in the right place.

You might have found yourself here because you've lost that once powerful ability to laser focus. Maybe you’re struggling to concentrate on building the career or partnership you truly want, leaving you feeling deflated, a bit lost, fuzzy, and unable to find your direction. I completely understand—I’ve been there too. It stinks.

The desire to regain your laser focus can feel overwhelming, often leading to frustration. But what if I told you that trying harder isn’t the solution?

Instead, I approach focus differently. Many life coaches might encourage you to force your way through, like Superwoman, willing laser beams of focus to emerge from sheer determination. But let’s be honest—that's exhausting.

Here’s the truth: To truly laser focus, you must first expand your energy.

Imagine this: laser focus is like a pair of scissors. The wider you open the blades, the more space you create to cut precisely toward your target. As you cut, the blades converge, guiding you to your goal. To achieve your vision, you must expand your energy like those scissor blades—open wide, then hone in with precision.

5 Proven Strategies to Ignite Laser Focus and Break Free from Feeling Stuck:

1. Embrace Effortless Focus: Stop forcing yourself to focus and start allowing it to happen naturally.

Rigidity in your approach can stifle creativity and block unexpected opportunities. Instead, allow yourself to be specific yet flexible in your vision. When you relax into your focus, seriously, close your eyes, take a few breaths, creativity flows in unique and surprising ways, leading you directly to your goals.

2. Marie Kondo Your Life: Declutter your physical space to clear the way for mental clarity and laser focus.

By organizing your environment, you signal to your mind that you're ready for positive changes. A simplified, organized space fosters a mindset of abundance, allowing you to focus with clarity and purpose.

3. Emotional Declutter: Just as physical clutter can weigh you down, so too can outdated emotions and thoughts.

These can keep you stuck in unproductive patterns. You create a fresh, focused mental space by releasing them through healing and forgiveness. This emotional declutter empowers you to move forward with clarity and confidence.

4. Action Sparks Focus: Taking even the smallest step sends a powerful message to your mind—it’s time to move forward.

Action creates momentum, and that momentum fuels focus. By taking intentional steps toward your goals, you break free from stagnation, paving the way for laser-focused productivity.

5. Shift Focus with Gratitude: Gratitude is a powerful tool for shifting your focus and opening your mind to new possibilities.

Like scissors that change direction with a slight turn, gratitude helps you recognize small victories and signs that lead to significant shifts in your path. This shift breaks the cycle of stagnation, helping you move toward your goals with renewed focus.

These five strategies are designed to help you reclaim your laser focus and break free from feeling stuck. By expanding your energy, embracing flexibility, and taking intentional actions, you’ll cut through the noise and head straight toward your vision.

New around here? Hi, I'm Lisa Guillot, an Executive Mindset Coach, Author, and Personal Brand Expert. I live my life with a Clear Vision to help others find theirs. I blend certified leadership coaching, design thinking, and inspired action to create transformative breakthroughs and lasting impact with my clients. Curious to learn more? Download the first four chapters of my best-selling book, Find Your Clear Vision, and discover the strategies featured by Entrepreneur Magazine to help you break the mold.