Are you distracted???

?? ??Are you distracted???

You can't control all distractions. But you can control some of them. The key is to know which ones are worth fighting and which are not.

Distraction is a big word that describes many different things. It might mean being interrupted by someone, having your attention diverted from one task to another, or simply being unable to focus on what you should be doing.

Distraction occurs when something interrupts us from what we are supposed to be doing at a given moment.

There are two types of distraction: internal and external.

??Internal distractions?come from within your mind and body. They include emotions like anxiety, boredom, or anger, physical sensations like hunger or tiredness, and mental states like daydreaming or planning ahead.

??External distractions?are all the things that can distract us from what we're doing right now: phone notifications popping up on our screens, colleagues asking questions, or further colleagues taking credit for your idea at a meeting.

Technology is frequently blamed for the present distraction epidemic, but despite what its detractors claim, it isn't taking over our minds and making us into zombies. You must delve further and comprehend the psychology of distraction if you truly want to understand distraction.

You may begin preventing distractions if you better understand how they operate.

??A few tips have helped me to become less distracted, whether it's through organizing my desktop, quitting Facebook, or keeping promises to myself.

1. Keep an eye on these triggers for distractions. Note down when it happened and how you felt about it.

2. Keep your tasks fun, challenging, and engaging. We are distracted when we are bored.

3. Remind yourself that you do have the power to overcome distraction. Talk to your inner critical voice that keeps telling you that you are lazy and can be easily distracted.

4. Have a plan for timeboxing your tasks. That applies to your relationships, work, and time for yourself.

5. 8-minute rule: The next time you find yourself distracted by a notification from LinkedIn or your smartphone, tell yourself you're allowed to check in – but only after eight minutes.

What tips or tricks have you used to reduce distractions in your life? Share with us in the comments below.??

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