How To Stay Focused - The Key To Being Extremely Productive & Clear-Minded

How To Stay Focused - The secret of staying focused and productive at work and at home. This one technique will skyrocket your productivity.
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Video Summary:
We all struggle to focus at times -- some from attention deficit, some from stimuli overload, or from fatigue or lack of sleep. Without focus, the body at work becomes mindless and careless, and sometimes dangerous.
Ideally, we experience periods where we are so fully focused and absorbed by the task that we're effortless transported into the enviable and highly productive state of "flow." This optimal state creates high engagement, challenge and happiness. While "flow" may sometimes happen serendipitously, we can learn to set the stage to summon it.
The easiest steps to create flow are to eliminate distractions and interruptions, and then to work in time blocks of 60 to 90 minutes. During these blocks, and as much as possible the rest of the day, do only one thing at a time.
Other techniques for improving focus and getting into flow require a little more preparation, such as getting enough sleep and practicing meditation while concentrating on breathing.
We've spent too many years living in an all-access, 24 x 7 nonstop world, chronically trying to "multi-task" -- an unnatural and detrimental state for the human mind. Fortunately, with practice, the human mind can un-learn its restless habits and return to its natural state of excellence.

[@blahbleh5671]

Did anyone else get distracted while watching the video and start reading the comments?

[@OZZYfreak66677]

Yesss

[@sued0n1mm]

Yep

[@elmosmith]

30 seconds in...

[@xxsparrowfeatherxx1728]

10 seconds .-.

[@gichubill6221]

hehe i always go tthrough comments first though

[@Niconicoshizuko]

When you are so bad at concentrating that you get distracted while watching this video which you are watching due to procrastination... Because me too.

[@eklctc1Kng1arrw]

Lolz

[@DarkePacific]

+Nicole Krawchuk Haha

[@dakillah6018]

@nicole krawchuk it will come at the right time.Dont be mad at you.No one is better.

[@natalie4376]

Yep. Uggghhhh I have to read 2 books and write an essay....DURING THE SUMMER BREAK.... It's terrible

[@bonganimadonsela4477]

HAHAHA...Got me there!

[@benrampolla1415]

Let's be honest I'm not the only one watching this video when I'm supposed to be studying.

[@a.miller3909]

true true but I have to do homework.

[@a.miller3909]

true true but I have to do homework.

[@tsekeditshego4873]

+Ben Rampolla and I am writing tomorrow..... Always leave it for the last minute I don't know why

[@pokefanover900000000]

+Ben Rampolla XD

[@hecdudeh2o969]

+Ben Rampolla Im supposed to be writing xD

[@paulac.munoztorres]

How to stay focused: 1. Identify things that distract you 2. Eliminate things that distrct you 3. Avoid multitasking 4.Estructure your days in blocks of activity and work with absolute inmersion int hose. 5. Add break times in bertween your activity blocks to rest nd do those things that could potentially disctrsct you during your working time.

[@ActualizedOrg]

If you liked this video, I recommend you watch these related videos too: 1) Time Management - How To Get More Time In Your Day 2) Bad Habits - A Live Exericse For Dropping Any Bad Habit For Good 3) How To Stop Procrastinating - A Step-by-Step Process For Busting The Worst of Procrastination 4) How To Motivate Yourself - The Trick Behind Lasting Self-Motivation

[@kathleenpaul1948]

Omg I couldn't even focus on this video I had to start it over.

[@Bingocat]

Same here!

[@toyaaddison9361]

+Kathleen Paul Omg! lol Me neither. All I hear is my children playing on the other side of the house smhI'll wait until they go to bed smh

[@walmarthoodies9647]

Me too I paused it half way and jumped straight into the comments .... this guy really doesnt draw my attention

[@liviu201]

My biggest distraction is that I always get random thoughts in my head. I become conscious of them and stop it, but before I know it they come right back. How can I fix this?

[@maricelramiscal2107]

I am going through the same thing

[@liviu201]

Maricel Santiago-Ramiscal I thought about trying to do some meditation, like 15 minutes a day. I think it will help. I thought to share this with you. I'll come back in a couple of days and tell you how it went.

[@CaptainCortisol]

***** Meditation will help tame those random thoughts that pop up and distract you. But you can't be finicky with the practice, you need to make it a habit. You will find that through consistent meditation that removing those random useless thoughts becomes easier. :)

[@liviu201]

Shnubzie Thanks, man! I agree with you.

[@AsDesocupadas]

***** I have the same problem, but I started to do exercises to improve my concentration, so every time I become conscious of the random thoughts, before I pay attention to whatever I was paying attetion before, I focus 2 minutes on a random object trying to describe everything possible in it. If you do that like 2 times a day, you'll see improvements. You'll find it hard at the beginning because 2 minutes seem like a lot to look at an object because you'll get easily distracted, but it will help you afterwards

[@ActualizedOrg]

@Louis Gallant-Talbot Try it and see. I think you'll find that you're creating excuses for why you can't focus. If you can't focus in a library, the problem isn't the library, the problem is your noisy mind. Focus is developed by training up your willpower. Stop trying to avoid the hard work.

[@riachyfreelancer]

yes you are right.But I found helpful ways on Moorack Amazing focus miracle.Search on googole.You will be glad.

[@roshanespresso5156]

Very interesting and thought full ..I love it

[@vinayk5591]

I'm not sure but ,if anyone else is searching for how can i focus my mind try Megarno Fast Focus Magician(just google it ) ? Ive heard some great things about it and my colleague got great results with it.

[@niels100222]

Actualized.org interesting points ,if anyone else wants to discover how do i focus on the present try Megarno Fast Focus Magician(should be on google have a look ) ? Ive heard some incredible things about it and my co-worker got excellent results with it.

[@nyasin585]

Actualized.org One of the best video for remaining focused. I searched through the google and found Megarno fast focus magician which is awesome. This video emphasized on increasing workplace productivity which is saving a lot of my time.

[@astro.]

How To Stay Focused - "Stop searching up videos on how to stay focused"

[@sinanengin5756]

Best comment here

[@nisehammeken8546]

I was trying to implement that system and it worked so well and then I was so happy that I managed to get focused that then I started to get distracted with happy thoughts. It is really difficult to concentrate when your main distractors are your own thoughts.

[@renterianathaniel3980]

You should try meditation, it helps you focus on breathing and let’s you clear your mind. Focus can be translated to reading, or writing, whatever you want to focus on basically. Also, I use a distraction journal whenever I do a boring task like studying or research. Whenever I am distracted, I force my focus on the work after writing down the distracting thought. Think of it like a net that catches whatever comes to mind that isn’t on the task at hand. It’s a good focus tool.

[@sampheonix]

Why do you make so long videos ? I find it very hard to focus so long :(

[@Larryb161]

Sam Pheonix play the video in speed X2

[@sampheonix]

roger that :)

[@markx7139]

+Sam Pheonix lol

[@ShawntotheTay]

+Sam Pheonix haaaaaahhh freakin priceless :3

[@trajhen]

its him not the length of video - he is droning

[@anima94]

Ironically, I am using this video as a distraction right now.. KZbin is my biggest distraction usually. I think this video is probably the most important one of your videos for me personally.

[@ActualizedOrg]

My videos don't count ;)

[@Chainsdreamsprite]

I was trying to watch this video, but I got distracted...

[@ActualizedOrg]

I hope it was at least high-quality porn which distracted you. Otherwise I will be insulted.

[@Chainsdreamsprite]

uh.. It was only my mind. Though I find our own intellect and creativity of higher value of high-quality porn, so please don't be insulted.

[@ActualizedOrg]

Yvettethedragon That wasn't intellect. That was monkey-chatter. Porn would have had more value ;)

[@Chainsdreamsprite]

I don't know what to say, I don't watch porn.

[@SeeroBoarder]

Yvettethedragon He's joking with you, dude...

[@WeRtheScarletMystery]

Me 40 seconds in: ...His head gets really big at the top... Okay okay, I'll just watch the rest now.

[@carmennata54]

Omg I'm weak

[@honeymilk06]

Lmao💀💀💀

[@VoltageRecon]

Leo the techniques you portray are very fundamental however, they have become a daily reminder for myself since I watched this video in march of last year. I have so far produced 8 chapters (214 pages) of my new novel and I owe this success/progress to you. Excellent method of operation, very inspiring perspective, and a subscription well earned. Thanks again mate, Alex

[@catedoge3206]

+A19927 Hey, that's great! Can you send me the book after you're finished? BTW I'm a special class student who is failing that's why I'm watching this video. This upcoming 2016, I will try to do my best to change this procrastinating problem that I have! Best lucks to you my friend, I hope you finish the book. I will give the email if you reply to this message. ( I'm gonna assume you're busy) :)

[@alinastechyshyn6410]

I used to think that by multi-tasking I was proving myself as an intelligent human being. But I'm finally understanding the value of being able to focus. Not just at work or in school. In the head throughout the day. It's powerful. Thank you.

[@ratcoolbud]

I really appreciate all of the thought that you put into each and every one of your videos. These short videos have helped me immensely in my journey to becoming a better and more productive person. Thank you so much Leo, for taking the time out of your day to spread these messages around the world, for free, no less.

[@fion0626]

i am bad at stay focus since i am kid. my mind will flow away once i look into textbooks, i can lost focus in few seconds. after all these years i know how it affect my life, i seldom have achievemenst and feel bad about myself, can't finish everything completely, missed many chances, i can't even focus in my thoughts too, this lead to bad decisions.Now i am a grown up and every decision counts.i need to be more focus and clear mind. so glad i saw your video. The method is easy to start up and follow. i will start everyday from 30mins focus as 60mins is a bit hard for me, hopefully i can keep it up bit by bit. Thank you so much Leo! I will come back to update you my progress! Please keep making good video!!

[@JdGroetsch]

what if my distraction is youtube

[@fillab4610]

put a video for that :)

[@martinezzthebig]

I've been actually doing this in the past unconsciously and then thought that i could multi-task so it all went in the water and i didn't know how to regain my focus because i didn't know what i've been doing in the past that was the key. And now i know, thank you.

[@brostom77]

I am always sleepy when i study. What should i do. I can focus 5-10 mins and i will start yarning getting sleeping. What should i do

[@Nelly447]

I'm going through the same thing

[@playswithsquirrels65]

Study before night time 💁

[@timtrocke]

Study 10 minutes at a time

[@cornloin9732]

practice good sleep hygien

[@jabibgalt5551]

Are you still having that problem? If not, what did you do to fix it and be able to focus for longer periods?

[@ProjectEchoshadow]

My entire life, focus has been my biggest flaw, I'm always so unorganized it's actually a wonder I made it through life thus far. In other words thank you I intend to watch this video a few hundred times.

[@anitamarskamp1866]

No! Don't try to burn that ant!

[@slusheewolf2143]

This is about every Furry's reaction to that lens comment, lol.

[@l0oAzizo0l]

when i get distracted i write down what distracted me as a to-do point such as visiting a website or purchasing something online. it helped me a lot. thanks Leo

[@harveyblackheart]

so in order to stay focused you need to....stay focused? good advice..... Okay maybe that's a dick thing for me to say and I don't mean to be a troll. I'm just saying your general thesis here is not at all what your title implies. Your thesis is not "here is how to stay focused." Rather it's this: "being focused is very important and if you just focus you'll be surprised how important being focused is." It's kinda like giving a depressed person advice by telling them to try being happy within blocks of time and if they do they will see how important being happy is...

[@harveyblackheart]

ps. you cant eliminate all distractions from your life. especially when they involve other people and a world around you.

[@ActualizedOrg]

Try usng less black & white thinking. You will grow faster.

[@harveyblackheart]

K dude. All I'm saying is you really don't seem to understand this is a real problem. Take offense to that if it helps you out, but think about it more when the ego-crush clears away. I'm not trying to be a dick just for the sake of steeling your thunder, there is actual purpose in my commenting here, and I'm trying to be tactful about it, but, being someone who's actually struggled hard with attention and learning disabilities most of my life, your simplistic views of this matter sorta rub me the wrong way honestly. take it or leave it. I don't know everything. That's fine,

[@elevatedculture4435]

+Jesse Mazzola Yeah i'm with you. Most focus and anti-procrastinate advice is really not that practical and I feel the majority of people really don't understand how difficult it is for some people to actually be productive.

[@harveyblackheart]

Yeah, and I guess I appreciate the thought, trying to help people out n' shit... It's not like I think it's useless to try and focus when that's your problem, it's more that this particular advice felt surface and a little condescending. but oh well. dudes trying at least. I'm an effing dishwasher so it's not like I can claim superiority here. idk. haha.

[@Dannnneh]

I have A.D.D., and listening to this video just breaks my heart. Hope is waning the more I try.

[@pianoforteanima8780]

Right there with you. ❤️

[@missk1942]

Why the fuck would you want to burn an ant !

[@Skycube100]

That's just an example, whats important is that ur listening on what's he is teaching :)

[@MichaelCastberg]

Stay Focused I guess focusing on the Ant is okay.

[@evy8902]

Miss K LMFAO

[@oklavamusic]

That ant should've been focused on not dying, sorry

[@paulsingh8046]

What's interesting, I was an Air Traffic Controller for 20 years, and in the beginning I remember trying to everything at the same time and yet not being effective and not really getting the job done. Then someone told me that you have to do one thing at a time, get it done and then move on to the next thing. Set all that up in the context of what are your priorities and I was able to become quite effective and very focused. Of course ATC is an extreme example that most people can not relate to, but if you slow that fast pace down to what you're talking about it makes total sense. Now I'm a movie producer and taking what's most important, accomplishing that, and then moving on to the next priority is still what I find myself doing...ATC, but at a much slower pace. I do like the 60 - 90 minute time blocks, this really will make everything more manageable.

[@noahrsimmons]

Some extra tips: - Whenever you aren't in a complete rush for time (e.g. test taking) complete more difficult and creatively challenging tasks first. Believe it or not, this will substantially reduce the amount of time you will procrastinate, and you should get more work done. - Find out which time you are most productive (maybe you are either a morning person or evening person) and complete your most important tasks during the time when you are most focused. - Check your emails once (twice a day at most) either at morning or at night. Studies show that people who check their emails at random points in the middle of the day are more likely to become distracted and get less done. - Set reasonable goals and SPECIFIC deadlines. Some people are completely against a rock solid schedule, and that is understandable; however, detailed schedules can help those who are distracted very easily. - Reward and punish yourself. This one is extremely difficult, but it works for some people. If you are working towards a prize (maybe an hour of your favorite TV show when you're done with your work) or trying to avoid a punishment (missing a deadline and not qualifying for that promotion) you are more likely to get work done. - Exercise. Neurotransmitters released when you exercise can help you focus and even sleep. Also, you'll get into shape. Knock out two birds with one stone. P.S. Proper dieting can produce the same results. - Most importantly, SLEEP. I don't care if you think you can function with only a few hours of sleep or several hours of sleep. 8 hours of sleep at least is essential for optimum cognition. Various studies support this. Hope these extra tips help. I know they have helped me.

[@Jon-lp6en]

Noah Simmons thank you

[@shashankchauhan3111]

So When i go in public i used to get distracted by Girls..who wear western style apparels 'cos more body is exposed and as a Men we got natural interest in Females from a long time.But then later after watching this video and i got influenced and what i used to do to not get distracted by women and girls is in the beginning when i saw them in malls , markets etc i just stare away then later to get it more precisely and fast i used to look at my phone to see mails and notifications if i am alone & if not then i Talk to my friends about anything But make sure that your friend don't feel awkward by your question so think about it and execute. I saw results and i am so happy now i can focus more better and fast and all works which i want them to done are being done before time :) I am so happy sir and respects u.. that u are putting such great efforts to make us educated and aware about those others aspects of life which here in India our parents didn't & not even close ones or elders. I hope it might help others too so i must have to share my experience. Keep posting such videos sir. Thanks :)

[@fsdx416]

I get distracted my own thoughts about things that have happened, could happen, imaginations, internal arguments etc. I'm trying to fight myself

[@MsSteffe2]

For me I've added a couple of life hacks that really allow me to get into a flow. I've added a ritual to the beginning of each focused time that seems to really hep. When I'm ready to sit down and start working on my project I first light a candle and set my timer... Then take a few deep breaths and start the timer. May sound silly but for me setting the atmosphere that says its "my time" really helps me. Try it.

[@Parasite2]

while watching this video i noticed that my focus was slipping away bechause i was distracted with my thoughts .. i see how meditation can help me here

[@70ME3E]

we r creatures of fun and enjoyment, so here goes my advice: love what you do, or find ways, tricks even to do the thing u gotta do in a way that you like. if you hate smth so much that u cant do this, then you probably should do smth else, maybe it's life telling you it's not your way. maybe it's time to find out your likes and talents. and when you like smth but it's too much new things to tackle at once and you are getting overwhelmed, then always start with the smallest part you can do of it, and advance gradually

[@Extreme_Gardening145]

What's distracting me? My mind is. I cant stop that!

[@walanghanggangpagibigpagib459]

when i try to focus in study, i started to feel like im dying lol but i really want to overcome any temptations like watching random videos

[@12ally3]

who else is trying to write a paper or study right now?

[@ryanperry1404]

yup

[@Mcgif21]

Everything he said is extremely helpful. Ultimately he gave us different techniques and formulas to help us with being focused. But staying focused is like exercising a muscle. You are going to suck at it if you aren't constantly PUSHING yourself to get tasks done. Staying focused is primarily an act of your WILL, plain and simple, techniques can help us but in the end what makes us focus is our CHOICE to stay focused. At first you are going to suck, it's just like working out, you aren't going to be able to do a marathon at first. Have grace on yourself and PATIENCE. And know that over time, the more you PERSIST, the more you will be successful at staying focused and getting things done.

[@PrashantSharma-mc2ms]

Best thing is don't check anything else when your email is loading .

[@idmila]

This is so true. Focusing is a matter of practice and it is a big issue of our present. The problem is that distractions are everywhere , and sometimes a distraction is not a vibrating phone, but also an urge to check the social media although you know nothing new could be on. Recently I've started with those 70 minutes blocks(which is a working interval I personally take) and it has helped me a lot. First of all it's helped me track my "real effectiveness". Because I can stay whole day at home studying and call it a "studying day". But how much of time do I really spend focused on studying?! Those blocks helped me identify that. It was actually surprising. For 4.5 hours of pure focus I did so much work for which I'd thought that would take 8+ hours. Yeah, 8+ hours with distractions. If you master at staying focused you'll eventually end up happier, more productive and with more leisure time! Thanks for this video, it is amazing! Best regards.

[@i8MrNomNom]

1 KZbin 2 KZbin 3 KZbin 4 notifications 5 KZbin

[@lasa9595]

i8MrNomNom u forgot Facebook

[@alphaecho-juliet6884]

Forgot porn.

[@leahphan9468]

I just wanted to say thank you so much for making these videos! These last two years and a half years of my life have been extremely daunting for me. I was miserable and at the point of giving up on myself-- until I began watching your videos. Nothing has helped me more than your videos. Your videos have helped me so much from trying to make positive changes in my life, understanding my own emotions, my own "psychology", and they remind me of all of the possible things we can accomplish if we don't allow little setbacks get the best of us. Once again thank you so much!!

[@Eke-_-DaSlag0-0]

Thanks mum

[@terrycurtin2137]

Leo's videos are the finest work on line. Share these with friends. On every subject. Best part it hes well prepared and right. Some exercises brought me to tears and I made real progress at 63

[@testplmnb]

Hey mate, What I'm supposed to do if i'm distracted by thoughts ? Constant thinking ???

[@abdulaziz-xn7dk]

use meditation and use mindfullnes

[@LivingDreamerr]

I love how the video is short and tight step by step call to action! This channel is pure love from day one! 💗

[@hacker2ish]

You made the video 11 minutes to challange our focus, didn't you?

[@medbrit5780]

Actually, i find these tips so useful, i have that focus issues, i used to take maybe the whole day to finish watching a hour English learning video, i couldn't stay focused, now with these tips it helps me a lot.

[@iamFlakey]

I don't have anything distracting me necessarily. In general I just can't focus sometimes, especially when i'm anxious. Is there a way to fix this?

[@mellilmel]

Focus is (without a doubt) is my most important thing to master, but it's not easy, so I went to you tube and I found you. You are easy to understand. That's why I will subscribe to your channel. God Bless.

[@Loso561]

Hi Leo any tips on how to focus on tasks one does not like to do but are a stepping stone to a bigger goal?

[@ActualizedOrg]

Develop a strong work ethic.

[@magebella]

+Actualized.org dafuq so vague. How does one develop a strong work ethic?

[@hajarjabrail3640]

+Actualized.org I would like to ask u Leo about what do u mean by developers work ethic to concentrate on a rask that I don't like

[@justmelibra]

really like the simplicity of the light rays analogy! Makes sense why people are more productive just because the deadline is upon them, forcing them to focus more intently on the task... on a side note - ironic as youtube is a big distracting enemy but those of us here are hopefully on the path back to the productivity track. Thanks for this!

[@ActualizedOrg]

Don't use KZbin for anything other than watching my videos :P Seriously tho, you just gotta be very responsible with how you use TV or internet or any source of media. It can be a source of light or black hole.

[@joejoefasho4267]

Say I am focused on Call of Duty for an hour.. then I am at school trying to focus then I start thinking about Call of Duty again from all the focus I put in it the night before? Do I just try and ignore it and continue focusing on school?

[@ActualizedOrg]

Best to cut out CoD entirely if you care about focus.

[@TheLegendaryItalians]

Actualized.org a gamer does not just cut out a game

[@shitmandood]

joey ruiz Check out Leo's video on procrastination. It sounds like you're procrastinating your attempt to focus by day-dreaming. When your thoughts begin to stray, put in some effort on bringing yourself back to center on what you are trying to focus on...if the thoughts keep straying, just keep bringing yourself back to center of your focus. Even if you don't feel like making the attempt, just try it half-ass to get started, as I think Leo mentioned in his procrastination video. I got a new job recently & every 30 minutes at work, I ask myself a question: Is what I'm doing right now going to make me a better employee, help me learn the work & the environment, increase my skills, teamwork, etc? If the answer is no, then I put myself back at center, realizing I've strayed from my focus & start focusing on the primary task from that question again. It's an uphill battle but in the long run, it'll pay dividends. One new co-worker was telling me he didn't know how I kept all these details packed in my head the way I do. I figure focusing on skill sets in my past helped with me doing that, because I used to have shitty memory!

[@JulianVidal001]

Max En Lorenzo an addict does not just cut out an addiction.

[@nachoo31]

Max En Lorenzo I used to play games in the morning before School. The problem isn't call of Duty. Its something with the school that isn't driving him to learn. I did just fine. Now a gamer can be considered a addiction, but then again it also is a hobby. You need to figure out how to balance it.

[@aoi2853]

Now that i watched this aftee a while I understand that you need value efficiency in what you're doing to be focus and be unaffected by distractions rather than running away from them which would most of the times pulls you back to them

[@florisantiago2604]

honestly i couldnt even stay focus during this video. is there medicine i cn take?

[@ActualizedOrg]

Yes, it's called Meditation.

[@nalysithovong]

This actually works. I used to do things in 1.5 increments and was able to get tons of things done. You made me realize that. I'm going to go back and do this again. Thanks!

[@BeatrizBPS]

This video is too long to focus

[@zezzii8883]

fr😂😂

[@carmennata54]

Man lol

[@princesslacson6291]

Thats the challenge

[@MissLoveSong]

I'm definitely going to try this. Unfortunately I work in an environment where I have an enormous workload, have to answer all people at the door and phone calls, and all the staff come to me with their most random questions. Which is not an issue, I'm there to help them but it interrupts what you're doing. I noticed having one iPod earphone in helps a lot, I can still hear what's going on but get less distracted by conversations of people around me.

[@ziggytonumaa]

why would you burn an ant? that's sick

[@spencerjohnson2911]

You'll feel like you're asserting your dominance.

[@brunocalhiari976]

everyone did this on childhood, or didn't have a magnifying glass

[@GY-bd9bo]

sacrifice the ant to the focus gods

[@loislaing4680]

So simple and common sense too. I have been battling with focus issues for months now. In just under 12 minutes you've wrapped this up for me and those larger projects I've been putting off, I'm actually - for the first time in weeks - looking forward to starting them. Thank you

[@Breadception]

get back to work.

[@samanasgarian2615]

Focus is the most important thing to an amazing life

[@usaelizabeth19128]

Burning ants???????????????????????? :(

[@slusheewolf2143]

E Spence No papa

[@tshedisotrinitarianmotsoen642]

I've only started seeing your videos today and man oh man believe me when I say that they are truly a blessing. I have learned a lot from the videos that I have watched, keep blessing us with your knowledge.

[@danonutube1]

step 1: stop watching actualized on youtube...

[@francismausley7239]

Excellent point."..some thoughts are useless to man; they are like waves moving in the sea without result. But if the faculty of meditation is bathed in the inner light and characterized with divine attributes, the results will be confirmed." ~Abdu’l-Bahá

[@cosmickitty9533]

Burning ants is cruel. They have a right to live too. I appreciate the video but you need to respect nature.

[@willkeller7594]

Chill bro

[@madsgabriel1700]

Loooollll

[@2daysthoughts401]

Proceeds to eat meat and plants. Animals and Plants have a right to live too!

[@cosmickitty9533]

YoungLifeThoughts Im vegan actually and the plants I eat don't die in the process (picking an apple doesn't kill an apple tree) but thanks for asking :)

[@2daysthoughts401]

Elphaba Crux I was joking

[@Shaybay922]

Scrolling through Facebook while listening to this video = productivity

[@jananni123456789]

what's distracting me? FACEBOOK :/

[@sanjanahegde01]

+jananni123456789 deactivate it

[@reptilesgamers00]

+Sanjana Hegde ^ Agreed. Facebook is nothing but nagging humans with nothing else to do. It's best to stay off it.

[@DLilsaint07]

Last semester around November 2017 I couldn't focus to watch this video.. now that I am finished with school I decided to watch it. Great video though. It's worth the watch however students I understand the struggle.. tip from video: break up your day into 60-90 minute blocks with no distractions and take 15 minute breaks in between, you'd be surprised how much you get done.

[@Larpeggio]

leave the ant alone ffs.

[@annier6171]

so true, turn off notifications and you don't need to answer your phone every time it rings, the important thing is to return the call not instantly take the call! The other thing about emails is to use a 20-30 second rule, respond if it's only going to take a few seconds, if it requires a longer response then schedule it in it's own block otherwise you'll get to the end of the 60 mins and have checked 1 or 2 emails!

[@iritraschannel2653]

I've been thinking about friends who get mad if their calls aren't answered in due time or deep down doesn want me to make progress and don't help me later on in group works so I think of them while I'm trying to focus on my studies. I'm a medical student and my only job when I'm home is to study. I just can't these days. It's like an obsession.. I keep on getting the feeling that Im not allowed to study or make progress. I know that's bizarre and it's probably just in my head. Thanks it's helped :)

[@djsad03]

Thank you so much brother this video just saved my life...tomorrow i have exams and im totally distracted...but thanks to you now i feel totally relief and im gonna use the techniques

[@donnamccormick807]

Very helpful. Eliminated distractions for block time periods and increased my work productivity 20% the first day. I actually set a timer and with notepad and paper used strike lines for every completed claim. Don't go to the bathroom or take the dog out until the timer goes off. Thank you.

[@2703mcH]

how could you measure your focus? :D

[@mikkelengstrm3759]

Thank you so much for making this video. It has helped me a lot with some mental training for my sport. Im now working on estaplicing these work, and break sessions to my everyday life. Im already a lot happier, because i now know how to deal with my issues, and how to use your tecnique in my training. Thank you, and i hope you will see this, because this was just brilliant, and just what i needed. Thank you.

[@sarahsasson6562]

Everything u say is explained in perfect words with perfect examples it’s kinda crazy.....

[@DLilsaint07]

Gonna try this now. Already turned off my cell phone and blocked notifications from FB. Thanks for the tips!

[@andrewnemchik7576]

Dude you are the man! Cant stop watching your videos. I think you should run for president. no lie.

[@jabibgalt5551]

TL;DR: How to stay focused? 1. Eliminate distractions. Ask yourself, what are the distractions right now that are keeping you from staying focused? Enlist 5 (hunger? your boss who comes in every 15 minutes? is it emails? is it twitter? is it your phone vibrating? is it your own thoughts? etc.) and then try to eliminate as many as you can. 2. Practice doing one task at the time (multitasking is the opposite of focus). It does not matter what task you choose, just set a small time frame where you will do just that one task and nothing else. For instance, washing dishes for (let's say) 10 minutes. Just for 10 minutes you don't do anything else but the task at hand (you don't check the phone, you don't walk away, you don't stop - for just 10 minutes [or whatever time frame you have chosen] you are simply and *only* washing dishes [or whatever it is you choose to do]. Maybe you choose to check facebook for 10 minutes, that's the task at hand. Maybe you choose to listen to a song, etc. Whatever it is, choose one task and a small time frame. After those 10 minutes are gone (or whatever time frame you chose), you can now stop doing the task and go ahead and do whatever it is you want to do now, whatever you were thinking about when performing the task (like grabbing a bite, or drinking some water, checking your phone, taking a piss, etc). Then repeat: choose another task (or go back to the same), set a small time frame and do that *one thing* for a little while, and nothing else. If a compulsive thought keeps coming back during your execution of the task, just tell yourself "I'll do that very very soon, in just a few minutes, but right now I'm washing dishes (or whatever it is you're doing)". Soon, you will be able to increase the time frame that you are able to stay focus on a single task. At last, just try to get quiet time and start a meditation practice. Keep repeating these 2 steps and sooner or later you will develop the ability to focus on whatever you want for as long as you want to without interruptions.

[@rodneyjones7803]

Mr Leo. You nailed it for me. I have been looking for this segment all week and found it. Glad you created this for entrepreneurs. I know its for everyone but as entrepreneurs we are always thinking of the next big thing,

[@azgh11]

Thank you for your fascinating videos Leo, you have to all keep the ball rolling.

[@Creativeloot]

We needed this message our lives! Yesterday was Turkey Day and there's always that thought in your mind after a big feast, "You can relax just for 30 more minutes, posting and commenting can wait..." Damn you delicious turkey! Thanks Leo, we subbed!

[@SOSM209]

Leo Great Day to you, Im Santos here on KZbin. I watched two of Your videos today they were really good. Kind of brought me back to where I realize I should be. I have let myself get distracted from my Original Goals and Im on a side Road. I am working on My Plan once again, Your videos have given me some insight. I will be subscribing.. Thank You Leo. When the Y is Big Enough ~ It will Work.. Make it a Super Fantastic Terrific Day.

[@ActualizedOrg]

Welcome aboard! :)

[@SOSM209]

Thank you..

[@willemdxb]

I really struggle to focus and get things done at work. Like you said, I was multi tasking. I'm going to try your block time method starting tomorrow.

[@pakirathan]

love u for changing thousands of people lives every day ..

[@lorenzodelossantos1025]

Excellent advice! I've been frivolous to everything and everyone during the time I was studying for the medical licensing exam and my performance went up and gladly I took it 2 months ago and got a really good grade. This is the way to go when you are on the way of completing a very important goal. Set your focus on to that specific task by setting your days into 60-90 min blocks with breaks in between and you will see the results!

[@interstellarspace67]

Yes in the end I was listening the video at the Same time reading people's feed back ...

[@Wil_rosso]

thanks leo, perfect vid to watch when distracted by youtube when working

[@daveomorrison9873]

This was helpful, thanks. I am so distracted that I am distracted even in my sleep Leo, I wake up in the nights and even when I sleep through the night I wake up tired because my mind was not focused on sleeping but a host of things, I am going to do the block thing you were talking about and do some mind clearing meditation in the morning for practice, again man thanks and RESPECT !!!

[@HowBizarreChannel]

Thanks for this! This makes complete sense. I spend so much time multi tasking constantly checking my phone and browsing the internet. I wondered why I can't get into productive mode. Thank you sir!

[@ActualizedOrg]

Yup, multitasking is a huge trap! It is evil!!!

[@mcalislr]

Great video, especially loved the short. I think cell phones and the internet have really become the main reason that so many of us suffer from a short attention span. I started this today and am loving it so far! I did stray but tomorrow is another day.

[@moniquejackson7741]

Excellent information, and very well presented. Just last night my husband was flipping through the channels and commenting on what an ADD society we're becoming. Focus is a very key concept in a truly productive life. Thank you for sharing.

[@dianefountain7806]

Ah Leo I have terrible trouble focusing my mind works over time all the time it even wakes me up during the night. I am going to practice your techniques and hope it will sort out my proles great advice thanks 👍👍👍👍

[@petergrimstad6519]

Now I know why I can't focus while playing Risk with a girl I am in love with. Multitasking.

[@andylannister5071]

For me the way I'm focusing more is by thinking in the present and looking in the present. It's like a first person video game: skyrim, call of duty, etc. it's helping me a lot by thinking in the present and I'm getting better at focusing, plus everything doesn't seem overwhelming once you focus and think in the present.

[@marybateman8127]

I think there's been some research done that suggests that gamers who play similar games are more capable of focusing on one task for longer than non gamers. Although don't quote me on that.

[@MarcFunken]

Mary Bateman :-D

[@CoachKarunSharma]

Thanks for putting such important ingredients for performance so effectively.

[@mikejohnson6915]

What I noticed about this video is that only 5% or more do these tips that these youtubers talk about People practice what they are saying and don't leave a stupid comment like of shit these video are bullshit it doesn't work you have to let go that negative mindset and go to a positive mindset and everything you do is a success I always come to these video and have a open mind so thank you for listening :)

[@jacobmackmindfulness]

Wow. Great tip. Like you also stated a action not just an idea that we have to figure out ways to shut off the distraction. not only what we have to do but help us how to do it

[@bluefairy847]

Thanks you man! Short hand and clear . The key is focus and separate in a many block in a day instead of you do it for several hours in one task but not focus at all. You give very powerful idea , thanks you so much :)