How I learnt to focus with ADD (for creatives)

[@ImpTheVicious]

*gets distracted multiple times while watching a video on how to keep focused*

[@baydenlikesmilk947]

I gave up on watching the video because I can't focus and I keep having to rewind

[@mallkollm]

Damn, I hope y’all get it together, including myself 😐

[@originalyou4069]

Yup!!! 🤦‍♀️🤣

[@123-yoyo3]

Me right now lol. Literally took half an hour to open this. Distraction, forgot that I'am distracted, focusing on others 👏👏👏👏👏👏🙀 It's sad. So sad

[@random.ars0nist_410]

*multitasking while watching*

[@AlexDoesntArt]

To summarise: Pomodoro Technique Focusing on Sleep Exercise Mindful of food intake Practicing self discipline Meditate

[@winkie3331]

'preciated

[@ww-pw6di]

thanks

[@HolisticMotion]

Fuck I literally have been doing all of those for years.

[@gavin4973]

Sleep. Ha. Edit: Also, food. Ha.

[@chimproshi6181]

All the stuff I've been avoiding 😑

[@MmaybeKyle]

Stop reading the comments and focus on the video.

[@simoneosei130]

Kyle Steenkamp don’t call me out bro

[@MrMarbles0Xecution]

lol. I'm glad i already finished the video before coming down here and seeing this

[@Herfinnur]

Fuck 😳

[@dougg1075]

I know people..should.....

[@BeeLZBeeb]

I did watch it without reading the comments but I did have to skip back once, I lost concentration at about 2 minutes in 🤣

[@TruggyDude]

I was just diagnosed with ADD and I'm 45. I've always had a terrible time focusing on my art to the point where I stopped working professionally because of it.. I'm going to try the Pomodoro technique. This gives me hope. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@potatopotatoeOG]

You've got this. 💫

[@kathleenkinney8536]

The name Pomodoro means tomato, which refers to the widely available little plastic tomato-shaped timers. There's a website that has more information about it, but in a nutshell, the suggestion is to set a timer to give you an external object to determine when you stop working, and when you start again. It's kind of like being an exoskeleton or an endoskeleton--some people need to create more external structure of organization, and some have it internally. There are gifts and challenges that come along with both of them. Best to you.

[@zanybranding4985]

Awesome! Would love an update on your progress :)

[@peterbelanger4094]

ADD is bullshit intended to sell pills. everyone in the modern word has ADD, it's a side effect of such a high stimulus society.

[@emmanuelbangalika527]

Jono: My concentration was bad, i could only focus for eight minutes. Me: You can focus for eight WHOLE minutes?!

[@awakenedk6715]

Ooof. I can barely do five!

[@sinephase]

Good luck getting a job if you can't focus for 8 minutes LOL

[@emmanuelbangalika527]

@@awakenedk6715 Five is almost God tier, you're on your way.

[@emmanuelbangalika527]

@@sinephase I'll...get better...I hope.

[@redmage.]

It's not a competition!

[@PourYourArtOut]

"Go to sleep at the same time every night" ...me watching this at 3 a.m.

[@Swmarly]

5 am

[@PourYourArtOut]

@@Swmarly no sleep club

[@ilyakarakotov4065]

You just gotta go to bed at 3 am every day

[@PourYourArtOut]

Ilya Karakotov when I lose my mind I’ll blame you & Jono 😹

[@nieke983]

Stretching every morning has really helped me to be more productive. There is just something about getting rid of the stress in your body that helps with getting rid of the stress in your mind.

[@ns04402]

Being able to make this kind of extraordinary art requires more than just talent. It requires traits like patience, a healthy dose of self criticism, stress resistance, perseverance.... And you've got it all

[@SuperXrunner]

I agree. I realize alot of people will tell others that they can do this without talent just so they can sell courses. Its twisted

[@身赤-w3w]

@Dario Fightmaster says the untalented person. Talent is a thing. My mom and especially my dad are extremely talented. And surprise surprise I am too. And I didn't even grow up around them from a very young age, they don't even work in the field, so I had no one around to "teach" me. It all came naturally. I never had to practice, I had periods where I wouldn't draw a thing for years and when I did it always was something really good. It's not skill, it's pure talent.

[@jayhive4884]

it requires a pretty does of talents plus all those vital stuff!

[@petersolomon5227]

Nikki Snel Art, beautifully put.

[@jannap.2811]

@@身赤-w3w You might be interested in the work of László Polgár on talent. It would certainly seem to push back on the notion of talent as it is typically seen. While it is true that some people do seem to take to certain things and have an easier time learning them, it is quite clear that "talent" is far from the only way to become fabulously skilled at something.

[@lauriekane4686]

Personally, when I'm painting or drawing, I put on my favourite music and sing while I work. It puts me into a momentum that nothing else exists. Before I know it, hours have passed and I have completed a large portion of my piece, without knowledge of how much time has passed. Sometimes, without remembering what I've done! I guess that's "the zone" people talk about. Love your vids!!

[@FuriedHearts]

I wish I didn't have roommates or I would totally do this. Only a few people in my life know that I actually love to sing and do it regularly. It's a little secret of mine lol. But I am only comfortable doing it alone which is very rare.

[@lauriekane4686]

@@FuriedHearts Maybe sometime you will acquire a private workspace where you can have total freedom to just let loose and play your tunes and sing as loud as you want!! I've got my fingers crossed for you!!

[@dicksonedung4107]

On the contrary, listening to songs without lyrics does it for me

[@meadowpipit4571]

I do that too but I noticed that the work goes much slower this way even though it's more fun.

[@shwetachoudhari2940]

Ditto for me

[@itzelvm9801]

Finally, a non-neurotypical perspective and an amazing video that talks about tips to focus while having ADHD. Thank you so much.

[@elainegroom1989]

Truly!

[@philipbarton7170]

Being heroic for others is instinctive and easy. Being your own hero is another thing entirely. You empowering yourself lights a beacon for so many others suffering in doubt. Hats off sir.

[@veroniquer2284]

Thank you so much for sharing this !!!!!

[@NuraysArt]

When you have ADHD so you didn't even make it to 1:17 without realising that you're watching the video and supposed to be looking and listening. Then coming to comment about how ironic that is aha...

[@9Calavera6]

0.48 seconds before i paused the video to chek comments

[@federicomontemayor3492]

I feel attacked yet understood

[@NuraysArt]

@@9Calavera6 I feel you, ahah 1:17 was impressive for me XD

[@NuraysArt]

@@bad-dog-bad-dog Aaha then i'll keep this one shor...

[@smileholicfox]

I'm here 10 seconds in! hhahahahah I suuuck

[@petersolomon5227]

Wise words from young artist Jono Dry. It's so refreshing to see an artist who speaks from a position of common sense. This is someone who hasn’t succumb to everyday distractions, and the inconsequential flutter that surrounds all the arts. Know yourself, your limitations and strengths. And pace yourself. This is a recipe for artists wanting a long working life.

[@DoktoorDre]

Me 2 minutes into focus & chill: Damn I"m distracted, maybe I should google how to improve my focus. *Spends 2 hours watching videos about how to get better at focusing*

[@user-on6db4rf4s]

this, i'm supposed to be studying for my physics finals which is tomorrow lol

[@reeshasaleem581]

@@user-on6db4rf4s lol I have an important chemistry test tomm and its 2 in the morning

[@averyschlicher758]

Exactly

[@Deez-sj8vk]

Wow! Thank you so much for sharing this. Focus is something I struggle with when I'm not first being mindful of my work discipline, concentration, diet and sleep

[@FuriedHearts]

Could you please do a video on your process of beginning a new drawing? Like sourcing your reference image, how you get your initial sketch blown up and transferred to your large paper, etc? I know many others are very interested in seeing how you do this, particularly because of the large scale that you work in. We don't see this size very often on KZbin or online in general.

[@Leah-uo9tv]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I had always written off the idea of making a career out of my creative side, but your words inspired me to take a deeper look. Struggling daily to complete every mundane task with ADHD, no matter how important or simple, weighs heavy on my self esteem. Contemplating a new life course when it takes me 2 weeks just to call the dentist, makes the idea seem rather comical. Your video reminds me that there are people out there with this disability who succeed everyday in creating a healthy lifestyle that works for them. It is possible. And that gives me hope.

[@kristoffdawn8407]

You are an incarnation of a very talented artist. An artist that is not in our history books. You having ADD means your soul craves drawings. Much respect and love to you and your art! I hope in the future you do artworks for tarot cards

[@TheseOpenRoads]

Jono: My attention span is about 8 minutes Video: Is 8 minutes

[@dontlookatmychannel5017]

41 seconds before the end: oh look there's a fly

[@QueirozNG]

I am Brazilian and I will to apply for Visual Arts ( sorry for my mistakes ) I love your art and your characteristic of the draw. Every moment I think if I could possible to do it, I know that we have confidence, faith and hope to be better. Every day I am studying Anatomy, History of the Art and a lot things that has a relation about it. You are my inspiration and my motivation, same I haven't all materials in my house. To have an idea I draw on paper 75 gm² because I don't have enough money to buy other papers. But I dream and hope to expose my art and my evolution in gallery of art, and in future I hope to meet you. Thanks for share your experiences, and help all of us. :")

[@mz282]

I enjoy watching other artists at work or tutorials to help motivate me and remind me to continue to learn and grow, this helps me stay focused, thanks for the insight

[@LorenzoNW]

Underlying all these techniques and disciplines is a connection to Source (or whatever you want to call it). When I wanted to develop focus for ego, money, and status, that was a painful and unsustainable path. But when I turn off my mind and listen to my true Self, it’s much easier to focus on creating what I truly want.

[@goldwarrior7776]

Thank you for making this video. I'm 15 and I have ADD, and when I sit down to wok on my drawings I get distracted easily, so watching this video helped me to concentrate on them and not my environment. Also, i wanted to thank you for making these videos because you introduced and inspired me to do hyperreallistic drawings.

[@pffthart9656]

Self discipline have sooo many benefits, and the way the human mind work is absolutely incredible,it's really all about determination,with Art alone it have help me a lot it's Passion Far From The Heart,I'm a new creator on the road to get this view of art and I'm so glad I've found you.

[@thomasdeckerstudios2650]

As someone with Autism I found that diet, exercise, and good nights sleep are essential for dealing with anxiety and focusing.

[@leilalee8284]

Will keep this in mind for the future. My little brother has autism and i know it will be hard for him in many ways. I want to help him as much as possible.

[@thickboy3521]

I'm sitting here watching this at 1210AM while I'm trying to study for my Geography test tomorrow with my sketchbook in front of me and the Mandalorian on pause on my T.V. and my phone in front of me... ADD has been my struggle since I was young and my brain never stops moving. Thank you for this video.

[@suicidalloafofbread2009]

I have never related to a comment so hard before. There will be times where I'll be trying to practice music, but end up transitioning to games, KZbin, and laying in bed reading manga with everything still on in the background. I always end up having like four things going on at once and it sucks ;-;

[@DaybyNay]

I can't tell you how helpful this was! As an artist I also struggle with focus in the way that you were describing and this has just given me so much hope! Thank you so much

[@cherylwade264]

This video must have been what I needed to see today because this information is relevant to me at this time. Much appreciated.😊

[@federicomontemayor3492]

I have ADHD and I take medication for it. Im in the art division in my school so we get to do art works from time to time and honestly those are the onlny homeworks where I can get focused, I just put on my music and draw. But it never works with my other works and lately it has been getting worse. im gonna try this out and see how well it fits. Thank you so much for just making this video

[@maxis2k]

You basically summarized in eight minutes what I spent the last decade researching and learning the hard way. And I can vouch that it does work. It all works together. You can overdose on exercise, but it won't work if you didn't sleep well. Likewise, you can sleep well and still feel horrible if you ate nothing but processed junk food the day before. In my case, I have severe sleep apnea and spent the aforementioned decade trying to resolve it. But despite getting to a point of good sleep, I still felt horrible. And I found it was because of my diet of nothing but heavy processed carbs and protein. And I got into this horrible diet because its what my body craved whenever I didn't sleep well. So again it's all interconnected. If someone is struggling with concentration issues, you might want to look at if you have a problem with sleep, diet or exercise. And chances are, if you have a problem with one, you'll also have a problem with the others.

[@HeatherLeBas]

Thank you for making a video on this topic! As someone who struggles with this myself, I loved being able to hear the steps you've taken. I notice that distraction happens the most when other people are around me. Training myself to wake up super early before my roommates has been one of the biggest things that has helped. Also, trying not to beat myself up and become too negative whenever I don't get everything I wanted done. This is my first time seeing your channel and WOW, I LOVE your art. 😍 Subscribed! Keep up the great work.

[@windrider5845]

Great advice! I’m 60 and never dealt with ADD my entire life until suddenly a couple of years ago, something happened to my brain and the crossword puzzles that I worked every day took 2-3 minutes to work suddenly took 10-12 minutes! I cannot focus or sit still. I know longer do any painting or drawing or even reading for more than a couple of minutes or so. I went from sleeping 9-10 hrs a night to no more that 6. This happened right after what I thought was a routine Tetanus shot but I found out that you cannot get a simple Tetanus shot anymore in the states, it has other vaccines in It now. Not saying that is the source but it is the only thing that was out of the ordinary. I so Certainly try those methods! You have accomplished so much! Great job!

[@tg4796]

the internet has destroyed my concentration, i'll be on facebook whilst watching a film, to the point where i haven't been able to watch a film all the way through without looking at my phone. i'm 100% addicted to my phone. Short videos have limited how conditioned the length I can watch things too. I take responsibility for this too.

[@cherrilynnlelezhang3856]

let's work on this problem together!! Istg I'd be so much more productive if I'd been born 20 years ago

[@drewlop]

Yeah, the internet is a real focus-ruiner for me. Often when I'm trying to meditate I'll realize I'm not actually meditating, but then I tell myself "well just sitting here without internetting is a huge step in the right direction at least," and continue on with it

[@bodawei425]

The Internet has taken away the ability to focus from so many people. These days, it is so prevalent that young generations cannot focus on something at all. They fail school and the addiction is so strong (the habit + the social pressure) that it is difficult to escape it. The only solution I know is to put in place a system of good habits and stick to it. Also put emphasis on the process more than be obsessed by the result, as there will be failures and disappointment. It is the journey of daily improvement that is the goal, not the objective itself. This is very well put by Jono in his video. I recommend to read 'Atomic habits' from James Clear, very helpful. But most important is to implement and sustain the good habits on a daily basis, not only learn and read about it, that is to go from theory to practice, embrace imperfection along the journey and make incremental improvements on a daily basis.

[@JoeyGatesArt]

Thank you for this video. I’d just like to agree with you as someone with ADD and a creative. I struggle with focus daily. Lol your cal-outs to basic tings like sleep, exercise, diet and meditation.. as well as time centered techniques, are a great reminder for me. The times when I’ve felt most in balanced in my life, are the times when those areas were almost automatic. I’m just now coming out of one of those creative burnout periods. So many emotional peaks and valleys. Focusing on rules just to break them and spending hours on quick-fix time management solutions that fade by the next day, Currently my life and creative business is full of constant struggles So yah. I had things working well. For many months/years, but had a rough period that kicked me in the head. Now My sleep is awful, diet not good, exercise weak and mediations are more like a desperate attempt at finding some peace for just a few minutes, rather than a welcomed part of my day. So thank you for this reminder. Your remark about how working on those basic things actually strengthen discipline in constructive way.. it set off a nice light bulb for me. Direction and.Purpose is lacking fo me, so I know I need discipline ... but my attempts have been failing. I realize now that the trifecta is a natural way and likely the best way of helping me after this burnout. I’ve done it before many times in my life, I just forget. With focusing on the trifecta to improve each area .. together they create a natural flowing discipline. If I’m remembering my past correctly.. One that I’m less likely to rebel against or sabotage . As long as I don’t view it as rules.. more as aligning myself to a direction that will benefit me and my focus.

[@edzejandehaan9265]

Hearing you talk about your difficulties focussing and concentrating almost made me fall of my chair! Judging by your work I thought focus and concentration must have come very natural and dare I say easy to you. That is has actually been quite a struggle is quite an eyeopener and makes me appreciate your work even more.

[@davidbauman9409]

Very well said...nice reminders I need...thank u so much...nice kick n d butt...I need to improve my discipline n this trifecta is my goal to help me..love u

[@XxNextGuyGaming_YTxX]

Awesome pencil work and great video. Thank you.

[@JonoDry]

Thank you so much 😀

[@Harlequin52]

I was diagnosed with ADD as a child and started doing research in my late 20's, two things that helped me the most was: Cut out caffeine-especially coffee (I know. It sucks.) I used to drink a cup or two a day, normally morning and midafternoon. But trust me..the effects of caffeine on a person with ADD is just insane. Which may sound obvious but I never realized just *how badly* it affected me. I had come to think of that aspect of myself as simply a "part of my personality", and only after I quit and realized the enormous difference in my behavior and ability to "sit down and do something for more than 8-10 minutes" did I understand just how much of a difference it made. The second thing is processed food. Now, I know every one is different. But processed foods almost do the same as caffeine, except with the added issue of making me moody/and or depressed. Being depressed/frustrated/angry and also unable to focus on anything so as to improve that mindset is sheer hell. It was rough but once I cut those out it was like I was a completely different person who was far more capable than I thought I could be.

[@AleeyaMNoor]

Tq for this video.. Big fan from malaysia.. 😊 And the advice was so on point.. Love your voice btway.. 🙈

[@hubblebublumbubwub5215]

God damn. The youtube algorithm knows exactly who I am.

[@CondredgeDole]

Great video! Thanks. This seems not easy but simple and doable.

[@digipicartist]

Wow... I needed this one... I don't think I have ADD nor ADHD... But watching this and listening to what you are saying kinda makes me wonder if I may have a slight piece of it... For reasons unknown... I tend to lose focus and dont push for more on my own drawings... Which sucks to be honest... I fall in love with others drawings/paintings/sketches/doodles that I guess it makes me feel not capable of something (if it makes sence)... I have to regain focus (like you mentioned) and start doing the 25m "Pamadora technic" (sorry... I most likely am guessing how its written)... To start concentrating more and get into a rhythm of focus (to be determined). As well... The sleep and exercise. Please continue sharing with us your art and advise... Thank you.

[@jauxro]

Three things that have helped me are 1) Being kinder to myself and appreciating what I _do_ get done 2) Setting *tiny* / specific goals for every day 3) Taking 3-6 breaks per day to go over reminders that fill me with existential dread. Nothing motivates me like existential dread. I have only been doing this for a month but so far I've drawn for 13hrs and written for 22hrs - only 1.8% and 2.9% of November so far, but still a lot more than I would have managed otherwise. I also started tracking my time, which is surprisingly easier to get into than one might think.

[@JonoDry]

This is great advice! Being kinder to yourself and celebrating the small things is so important (and so is that motivating dread!). Thanks for sharing.

[@girlie294girlie]

Thanks for the video. Great timing. This will help me a lot!

[@francisvergesjr2643]

Thank you !!!! For your time Your being Your art And the lessons you’ve shared Respect ✊🏿

[@HerradaJulio]

To me, drawing is meditation by it self. Thanks Jono.

[@christyjones2303]

This was extremely helpful, thank you for making this video

[@BarbaraClayArtisticsoulwithin]

Wow this was really helpful. Thank you

[@greythemirror]

Cutting back on multitasking had helped me improve my focus. Also, just trying to teach myself to be O.K. with being bored.

[@vitalguys3335]

Fantastic. Thank you for sharing this.

[@Kat2344]

Great video, thoroughly enjoyed it and good advice. Having great art being made in the background makes it even better!

[@newbietubie]

This is such honest, straightforward and accurate advice! Such a big help! Thank you for creating and sharing this video!

[@CharlesHancockCreations]

Great advice for me. Thanks. This is applicable to all of life. Getting in flow states is great for mental health as well.🔥🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@theophendyj9816]

This video is a great motivation for me. I have artistic talent but I’m unable to focus. Your words give me hope. Keep up with the good work!

[@micalyptus]

I don’t care if this is the 100th time I’m told to focus on sleep, food and exercise but coming from someone in the same place, who also has artistic goals as a career and struggle a lot with doing what we want to make a life out of, I’m gonna listen :) Been looking *everywhere* for a resource from an artist with ADD/ADHD and how the hell to get through art college rn. Thank you :)

[@groupchat2554]

Really appreciate the advice.

[@Qwervy]

Thank you so much, I'm really inspired to try some of these techniques. I've been struggling with ADHD and as a creative i relate so much to this video.

[@sathikarmakar2912]

Really really bro ur suggestions is ...too good.. And ur work superb... really I'm ur big fan bro.. I want to meet u..I would be very happy to see u someday somewhere..... Love from India 🇮🇳 (Calcutta) 👍Carry on ...

[@galaxymarie9739]

Awesome glad you suggested meditation

[@VanSoulLArtist]

You cant find art like yours anywhere else thats for sure 🤔🇬🇷🇬🇷

[@THENEW6]

I'd say meditation is the single most beneficial thing you can do for yourself, because it makes EVERYTHING ELSE easier in a way you can only comprehend when you start meditating. Also, zero cost, literally all it takes is sitting.

[@Lordtro]

This was super cool Jono!!!!!! This is definately gonna help everyone focus for longer periods of time, especially me!😁😁😁😁😁

[@lasphynge8001]

Thank you so much for this video. I've always found it hard to find good advice about being productive as a creative *with* ADD (partly for lack of knowing I had ADD for most of my life, but even so, a lot of advice out there just doesn't do for me) and had to figure it out myself through trial and error, and came mostly to similar conclusions. A few things that worked for me, in addition to your recommendations - watching my omega 3 and iron intake in particular, through supplements or diet (the iron part applies especially if you're female - and of course, have a balanced and healthy diet in general). I've tried a bunch of supplements (bacopa and whatnot) and I'm not sure any of them did better than placebo, but watching these two help most noticeably for my memory and brain fog. - cutting out added sugar, sweets, sweet beverages including juices and alcohol. There is no evidence sugar causes or makes ADD worse *in itself* and I don't believe it is the case either, *however* cutting sugar out gives me a more constant level of energy and less of those distracting hunger pangs. Basically my day is less of a rollercoaster and I didn't realise how much diet - and sugar in particular - impacts that aspect. - using a light therapy lamp in the morning. There is preliminary evidence that an offset chronotype may be a cause or a contributing factor for at least part of ADD cases, and through experience, I find that it might be my case. Especially in winter, I had a terrible brain fog all day, as if I was super sleep deprived, despite sleeping 9-10 hours a night... but no more thanks to light therapy! I also suffer from winter depression, so this lamp changed my life in more than one way. - Also, sorting out personnal issues throught therapy helped tremendously in the sense that obsessive thinking was a huge problem for me, and although I did get better at shutting down unwanted thoughts, solving the root issues obviously freed a lot of brain capacity. In general, I've noticed that anything that gives you a satisfactory instant boost comes with downsides and it's better to act on several more subtle long-term factors to improve your baseline overall.

[@vernedmonds7498]

For someone who stays distracted, I deeply thank you for this! Focus is the main key when it comes to getting the job done and that's something I've been lacking this past year. I was on fire last year doing commissions, my own work, and participating in inktober. Now things have shifted for me... Life is funny, but I believe if you really want something or have a yearning and passion for it, you will go get it! I love the skill set you shared with the time increments and then taking small breaks. It worked for me for a while but distraction for me is like addiction. That's why self discipline is so important when it comes to this. And Jono you hit it on the head with the keys you gave out: Meditation, sleep, exercise, and diet. Without these keys you're practically dead when it comes to work and or even life in general. Looking at you, looking at your work, and hearing your voice, people wouldn't even think you suffered from ADD or ADHD. Your presence comes off as very humbling and well disciplined and it shows truly in your work. Sending many blessings your way @Jono Dry from the U.S. God bless you and the works of your hands. 🙏

[@RobynBArtist]

Thank you for sharing this video!! I love your work!!

[@50ulEat3r]

Im ready to try anything at this point. I want to be a tattoo artist and im so frustrated with myself. I chew gum a lot at work and at the gym and i think it helps with focus, time to try cheeing gum while at home for stimulus, maybe ill focus better on my art that way (with practicing the timing methods u mentioned)

[@lalboikuki4362]

you are incredible, thanks for your shearing, this video is very helpful video, thank you brother

[@jennypharaoh1167]

You are so good at analyzing and finding solutions for your creative life. I'm going to try this for my own powerful creative evasion, the more you avoid focusing and working the more scary it becomes, hopefully this can break thre vicious cycle. You are very helpful, thank you.

[@dotproduct763]

huge inspiration 🧡

[@jourdanjehuel6681]

When i work in my art studio...i like putting a video on Utube where somebody is speaking...even i wont watch the video...i always do that! It might be ridiculous ..LOL but this is my way focusing

[@lightlawliet3526]

that awkward moment when you want to be professional artist but don't want to practice or do any kind of hard work in general tho.

[@swansequence]

Ever heard of found art? 😬

[@swansequence]

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[@gagetomerlin9822]

What's that?

[@gagetomerlin9822]

Same. What can we do? To help us with the practice and hard work.

[@joshuapierre2613]

light lawliet Sounds looks you’re lazy

[@glensigma]

Thank you for sharing your amazing journey. It makes me appreciate your talent even more. :-)

[@maariyahsadack7594]

Right in time for exams😍 an amazing video

[@aaronryder4008]

This is the first time I am hearing about the Pomodoro technique. I will give this a try. Thank you! Love your work a lot and I aspire to be like you.

[@mayurbande7733]

I also think that sleep makes a lot of difference, I have tried it & it works the best for me. Nonetheless great video... Thanks Jono!

[@j.j.herrick6871]

Irony is I couldn’t concentrate for the whole video and needed to break it up into parts.

[@johnnonamegibbon3580]

I'm watching this instead of doing the thing I set out to do.

[@stefanivvan959]

same

[@qualm5493]

Beautifully explained

[@TheToneBender]

I don't have ADD, but I do have a lot of trouble concentrating. I fall asleep at like 4-6 am and wake at 12ish.

[@fj16_]

Thanks for sharing your tips ! Actually, knowing that you're struggle sometimes with concentration regarding your amazing art give me hope ^^ For me is just like i have so much ideas/project that i want to do, but i struggle to channel my energy. It's really frustrating because in mind, all is done but when it come to express it's hard. I hope it's clear because it's not something easy to explain and google trad may not alway be friendly ah ah. Support from France :)

[@Baydrof]

I got ADHD and I'm currently distracted... This will be the last video I watch, and then I'm back to focusing!!

[@citrusfriend532]

Tbh I would die without the pomodoro technique

[@adnanalam2006]

Me drawing and watching you. See how much I'm focused. Lol.

[@piposanchez]

I bought a plastic container and filled it with snacks. I try to take it everywhere with me (when I remember) because running low on fuel is the worst thing for the ADHD mind and body. We are no different than an overclocked PC, and without the right power (food) and cooling (rest) we crash (BSOD).

[@korvusmangata9007]

If you put a movie or tv show you've seen hundreds of times on in the background, you can trick your mind into thinking your task is the most entertaining thing in the room. It's not 100% effective, but it does help.

[@catherineraper]

Thanks for this video, I’m just doing art as a hobby. But I’m also struggling with my focus and concentration, I tried the pomodoro technique and it didn’t work for me. But my sleep hygiene is terrible, so I’ll definitely give that a go and see if it works. 👍🏻

[@peterlennig]

Thank you for creating a most inspiring video. You could consider doing more on this topic, it's so helpful. Amongst all meditation apps I found “ waking up “ by Sam Harris, most helpful and diverse. Great to have found your site🌱

[@jeffkingston67]

Thanks for advice, where did you get that cardigan though, i want it! :)

[@lynnelanguedoc4049]

Why did this video seem so long great video though; your an incredible artist. Tony from Canada 🇨🇦

[@omertaprimal6913]

Hi Jono. Great video! A very helpful thing for me was productive procrastination. It has become the main way I get things done. I'd love to have a conversation about it

[@blondelebanese9922]

Weird thing I found out here before I turned 70, my nurse told me that my doc thinks I have ADHD. I thought mainly it’s a child thing, not an old lady thing🤷🏼‍♀️

[@soowzy]

Beautifully succinct and very helpful. I really appreciate your sharing these insights into your experience. Glad to hear there is a workable, sane handle for focus issues and art.

[@oftenretold]

I haven't exactly learned anything new from this video, but to hear someone reaffirm that these strategies work and that they ARE important to our mental health is something I didn't know I needed. I've had an especially hard time getting others to respect my sleep schedule and... maybe hearing it from a nice looking man on youtube will help get the point across? Here's hoping.

[@SsSs-ld7no]

Hello😊İ'm from Azerbaijan, and I like your drawings, u are so talented🤩 I don't have any education about art, but i draw portraits and people get surprised when they see, however, i know the mistakes i did. Your videos are very helpful, thank u😊

[@Rh-sl2kt]

İstanbul'dan selamlar ✌️

[@SsSs-ld7no]

Azərbaycandan Aleykum salam

[@yellowmusik4]

One video I am sure I will watch over and over again in my jearney. Thanks.

[@cortneygarig8662]

I really struggle with concentration, and it didn't help that growing up I moved around so much and didn't have stability. Lately I have been going to a recovery group that incorporates meditation and it's been helping immensely! You're video has just affirmed this for me, and I'm glad I decided to look up tips from a fellow artist. Thank you so much! Also I absolutely LOVE the continuous piano loop from that Arcade Fire Photograph.

[@rochesterotieno7287]

How can you deal with depression caused by not doing something perfect in your drawing or painting

[@leilasoaresbleilabarbosa4885]

Olá? Tenho uma curiosidade .. suas artes são muito grandes .. vc as faz a mão livre ou tem alguma tecnica ? Seus desenhos são sensacionais!

[@Hcmpus]

Thank u man! I got diagnosed with ADD last year, im almost 30. it was a realese for me to understand why many things are so difficult for me and why. Sometimes I cant even concentrate when people talking to me and I have very hard for words. But one thing I can concentrate on is drawing. I starded Artistschool last year and almost fully concentrate from I wake up till I go to sleep. Im improving so much so its hard for me to relax, and starting now to not feel so good. Thank you very much for sharing this. Im a big fan of you and your drawings