![]() Every night before bed, I do a puzzle that challenges my brain. This is when you can introduce some low-stakes practice at channeling your hyperfocus. Sometimes you’re doing all the steps above (and what you’re working on falls into one of three criteria I first mentioned) but you can’t get into the zone. I also say out loud what the problem is, even if I’m the only one there. I repeat it as many times as I need to feel better. I inhale for 5 seconds, hold for 5 seconds, and exhale for 5 seconds. Sometimes when I try to go work on something that requires hyperfocus (writing/editing) there are days when it’s just not happening. Chances are you’ll be ok without either for the time you’re channeling your focus. Phones will take you out of the zone… so will food. When I really need to buckle down, I turn off my computer notifications and I purposely put my phone across the room or leave it somewhere else all together. Something clicking in the dryer down the hall? Pause it for now. That fly buzzing around the room? Swat it or set it free. This means addressing anything out of the ordinary. I also make sure I have a calm environment. I find my mind wandering to the sweat on my brow or needing more water, instead of focusing my time and energy on the task at hand. I find it very hard to hyperfocus in a room that is warmer than 72 degrees. #1 Keep Things Cool (Literally and Figuratively) Here is your checklist to get into a hyper focus state:
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