Procrastination is about to become a thing of the past.
We recentlyaskedtheBuzzFeed Communityto share their best hacks for staying focused throughout the day.
Here are some of the best tips:
Note: Some responses are from thisReddit thread.
Do the easiest things first.
Use the Pomodoro method: work for 25 minutes and a five-minute break WHERE YOU GET UP AND MOVE.
That last part is important."
“Maintain a clean space.
verify once you sit down, you have everything you need within your reach, like water.
And do whatever you’re doing like you love doing it.
It’ll create a focus nothing else can.”
u/Salty-Whereas-5457
3.
“I like to keep a brain dump sheet nearby when I work.
u/marzipanlady
5.
Also, the great feeling of accomplishment AFTER is worth it, and to top that feeling off?
I don’t have to do it tomorrow!”
“Start your day with a brisk 20-minute walk or whatever cardio sharpens your mind without tiring you.
u/GOBsMagicShow
7.
“I keep two planners: one for work/school and one for personal tasks like doing laundry.
Break big tasks up over multiple days.
If you procrastinate one day, you’ve got the option to easily make it up.
This has helped me with time management and staying productive throughout the day!”
My dad taught me that.”
Caroline
9.
Some even have people talking in the distance or coffee cups clinking.
Feeling like I’m around other people working, makes me more productive."
“I use the reminder app to keep up with life.
I have a list for bills, one for all things medical, stuff for school and work.
I even have reminders to check in with loved ones.”
Pleshette, Virginia
11.
“I’m a project manager and usually manage a dozen different projects at once.
I use my inbox as a to-do list.
I write EVERYTHING down, whether it’s electronic or on paper.
“Focus on doing little things so you never end up with too much on your plate.
The best example is cleaning.
Homework is the same way.”
izzy______
13.
“Increase your REM sleep.
REM sleep decides your focusing ability.
How the next day goes is decided by your sleep routine from the previous night.”
“Procrastination and distraction are my worst enemies as someone with ADHD.
problematik
15.
Then once I’ve got myself going, it’s easy to coast until everything is knocked out.”
“Standing while working helps prevent me from falling asleep and losing focus.
I always silence my phone and put it away or face down when I’m working.
Stay hydrated with water and snacks/candy for extra energy.”
u/trashacntt
17.
Do a small meditation before a deep work session.
It helps regulateemotionsand pump my focus muscles.
Create a super comfy place with zero distractions.
verify the tasks are well organized from easy to difficult.
check that your goals are manageable in one deep work session.
This assures you to gradually and comfortably slip into the deep mode without the anxiety.
Set up a distinguished and sacred surfing app.
You’ll get focus.”
Having a reward helps, too.
Simple, but it gives motivation to get things done, and it makes the reward feel earned."
Note: Some responses have been edited for length and/or clarity.
