Improve Your Attention Span and Focus

[@RonaldLBanks]

What are you doing to improve your attention span and focus?

[@khaiahmann9192]

Ronald L. Banks at the moment it’s time blocks and taking my time.

[@superwithgod250]

Check out the human potential from the books and booklets very intriguing

[@nikkichristinar]

Im trying to take a hiatus from facebook. I realise it may be a problem.But also replacing that time with other actions.

[@emmiedessureault8214]

Thank you :) Reading or listening to engaging material. Jordan Peterson is really interesting ;)

[@angelm.esperas2872]

Meditation and affirmations. :)

[@mihoyhoy]

gotta say, as someone who had to search up "how to improve attention span", i really appreciate the length of this video

[@imyourhuN]

real

[@aaronMinceRaft]

@@imyourhuNMost are like twenty thirty minutes lol

[@dharamsalaproperties342]

😂

[@sarada141]

Agree with the quote. Also it’s said “You won’t always be motivated so learn to be disciplined “. Thanks for the video at the right time. Much needed.

[@YuniorGamboa]

Well said

[@RonaldLBanks]

I love what you said here Sarada. “You won’t always be mmm be motivated so learn to be disciplined” I love it! Keep growing on your journey!

[@paradoxicalundressing]

Really enjoyed the first 30 seconds of this before I got distracted by a bird.

[@Anthony_in_Bloomington_Indiana]

I was hoping everyone would have the small amount of maturity it takes to not post such juvenile comments. You are disappointing with your juvenile comment, I must say.

[@hopelessdigger]

@@Anthony_in_Bloomington_Indiana Do you are have stupid? Dude, If you didn't get the point of his comment, You really need to go to some doctor to examine whats wrong with your understanding.

[@stupidkid9521]

I was distracted by this comment

[@DoPeMaN60]

What bird?

[@M4rcLL]

@@stupidkid9521 same 🤣

[@chetangupta1982]

1. Slow down 1:36 2. Reduce Interference 1:41 3. Stop Multitasking 2:06 4. Meditation 2:26 5. Exercise 2:44 6. Hydration 3:08

[@Neymar-cd6zg]

the fact that we need time stamps impedes the whole purpose of the video

[@anasjaved3093]

@@Neymar-cd6zg you're right and wrong

[@siddhantdeshmukh7120]

Exactly, you can't focus even for 5 mins. Your attention span is small

[@satisfactiongamer7385]

Thanks really thanks buy 1. is literally saying slow down. you failed try again now!

[@BillyBillyBillyBillyBilly]

Thanks for posting this! I didn't have the attention span to watch the whole video! Let alone finish my

[@YuniorGamboa]

Exercise, staying hydrated and been discipline are keys to remaining focus on what matters most throughout life

[@cullinm]

I truly don’t believe we have an inability to focus. We have a lack of self restraint, or as you said, discipline. Awesome video, and well put!

[@RonaldLBanks]

You’re absolutely right Cullin. It’s not a inability it’s definitely a lack of discipline, direction or self restraint as you said. Keep growing on your journey my friend!

[@Anthony_in_Bloomington_Indiana]

Cullin, you seem to be assuming everyone was raised in middle class or better homes, with stable parents, healthy enough food, and so on. I just watched a TED Talk with Doctor David Hendricks - Mind Is Everything. He talks about studying drug addict and alcoholics who suffered through 1 or more types of child abuse. He listed 8 types of abuse. With these people, brain cells did not form, entire regions of the brain are damaged. Doctor Gabor Mate in Toronto also writes about the brain damaging effects of child abuse. He has a few videos here on You Tube. When a child is stressed, the stress hormones damage developing brains. He said the same thing. Many brain cells don't form. Whole regions of the brain are underdeveloped. My childhood was horrific! It's a wonder I can function at all. It sounds like you grew up in a Disney movie, unaware of your middle class, cul de sac, white privilege.

[@cullinm]

​@@Anthony_in_Bloomington_Indiana Anthony - yikes! I'm shocked by your baseless assumptions here. If your intention was to have me become more empathetic to the plight of others, I implore you to do the same. You are incorrect in your assumption. My childhood was also horrific - my siblings and I make the same comment "it's a wonder we can function at all" With that said, I do want to modify my statement from 11 months ago because it's missing the nuance it deserves. I agree, our brain chemistry can absolutely make focus more challenging and reducing it down to a lack of discipline is incredibly insensitive. I no longer stand behind that. I do however still believe there are many that lack self discipline and there's evidence of that everywhere. By the way - dismissing my opinion because I'm white, assuming that my perspective is from a pattern of white privilege as a result of "growing up in a cul de sac" is embarrassing and you should strive to be better than that.

[@tarekbakeer20]

@@cullinm Cullin don't bother writing back to him. That last sentence of his just shows the type of person he is

[@russellgacho9124]

Yow. I watched this and after 1 minute, I started browsing the comment section. Don't worry bro, you did not fail. I did🤣

[@Dhead-io4om]

You might not be disciplined yet but you do taking accountability and responsibility for your actions and that’s just as great

[@piotrkoscinski3595]

I love how this video is straight to the point yet contains more useful information that some of stretched 20 minute videos

[@Still-Learning]

I'm purposefully practicing the art of active listening, continuing to seek understanding, and the art of asking questions. The pursuit of knowing is the new cool. -Keep Learning

[@YuniorGamboa]

Active listening is a must Now more than ever

[@Still-Learning]

@@YuniorGamboa YG, I agree. Distinguishing noise from constructive data becomes the challenge. Most people are not taught to think critically or listen actively which leaves the door open for non-constructive information, which is often masqued as "entertainment" and can directly influence what we PAY attention to. Remember, we get what we PAY for. In this case, the currency of pay is time, the most precious of all commodities. We pay attention; We spend time; We take a moment; We spare some time; We "act now" or "better act fast"; We ask, "got a minute/second?". Rarely, if ever, do we consider how we are INVESTING our most precious commodity. Everything identified as a "ship" can be viewed as a means of transportation that take us from where we are to where we want to be. Friendship, dealership, workmanship, etc. Like any other vessel, the quality of the ship influences confidence in the ship. When a person does not know how to intentionally navigate through the noise, they can end up wherever THEY ALLOW the ship TO TAKE them. It is imperative that people assess the quality of the relationship they have with themselves. Actively listening to who you are, where you are, compared to who you want to be and where you want to go, can provide a person with waypoints to safely navigate through the noise and distractions en route to achieving their most effective existence. Two ears, one mouth...we should listen twice as much as we speak. We should learn how to activate the third eye to live through the intuitions placed inside our DNA by the universe. Energy should be expended less like a grenade and focused more like a laser. -Keep Learning

[@YuniorGamboa]

Well said.

[@64616e]

I wanted to click off multiple times, stopped myself and continued watching.

[@moizhassan3086]

Nice discipline!

[@harshguleria1594]

2:50 baby

[@zxrii]

Fr I wanted to click off but damn really shows our attention span then

[@KenyaEast-i6m]

Same thing bro

[@sandraffreitas]

Long way to go here in many areas... However, I am very happy because this year I decided not to take the cell phone to bed (I used to spend hours watching videos on YT). With this simple decision, I am currently reading my book #8 (started the new habit in January and after 60 days I now have consistency!!!!)

[@BethGrantDeRoos]

BRAVO!!

[@YuniorGamboa]

Great!

[@RonaldLBanks]

I love this Sandra! Keep growing! So happy and excited for you!

[@sandraffreitas]

@@RonaldLBanks Thanks dear!

[@samudrajs5409]

STOP MULTITASKING! This one is the most important

[@BethGrantDeRoos]

OMGosh!! GREAT video! You are such a wise man. My friends Andrea and Audre and me just had a great discussion TODAY about this very topic! We all are minimalists, green lifestyle and do not own a tv. We were noting how when we each got rid of the tv (me 15 years ago) that our attention span and observational skills skyrocketed. The absence of what I call 'clutter noise' calmed my brain, increased my attention span and de-stressed me in ways I never imagined. Add in getting out for a walk daily, getting needed sleep, staying hydrated as you noted, and my mind, body, spirit health skyrocketed. And since then I have evolved to where I read 2 non fiction books per week, have a clean and orderly home, and send 3-4 hand written letters/cards to various friends and acquaintances, which they have told me, makes them feel that someone cares and that they are not invisible!

[@BethGrantDeRoos]

@Am0gh It's more like when having a quiet conversation with someone and all the surrounding noises invade ones space. Or someone has the tv on and you are trying to work on homework, or read a book, and the 'clutter' noise makes it harder to concentrate or even relax.

[@blocksource4192]

I’m not sure i understand. You removed your TV yet have a phone. A phone is much worse than a tv.

[@BethGrantDeRoos]

@@blocksource4192 That makes no sense. I can go days without using my phone,

[@dollfacedolo]

You speak so rhythmically and eloquent.

[@christineo8510]

Regular daily routine : 2 cups of great quality coffee ☕ From a caffeine addict.... Plus I have a list of things to do I write the list in Paper and pen... 😁 I have a bedtime/nighttime routine that takes about 1-1.5 hrs. This includes showering, teeth brushing, going thru to do list, prepping for the next day (sometimes includes meal prep) stretching, prayer and relaxation.

[@hindenburg2006]

Fellow coffee-holic here 💚 What's your favorite brand(s)?

[@faylinn333]

crazy how in 12s only , i felt the urge to check the comments it’s like multitasking

[@armokil]

Thank you. It was even a little challenging to stay focused on this video. I found myself looking out the window, thinking about my day, hell I even got distracted just now while writing this comment. Thanks for the advice

[@andrewapelis3189]

The fact that I scrolled to the comments section while watching is proof enough I have short attention span.

[@gerrigigi]

Constantly working on discipline and now going to add consistency which probably goes hand in hand. Did not realize this. I hope these actions will innately allow me the focus factor. So basic, so simple, so challenging. Thank you Ron.

[@RonaldLBanks]

I’m really happy that this resonated with you my friend. Keep growing and learning on your journey!

[@kayebae815]

Love the word choice, pace, and simplicity of this. Beautiful.

[@mrman5066]

This video is pretty slow paced when compared to a lot of those popular videos and it's so refreshing.

[@lukedunne8020]

Love ads before this video, really sets the mood

[@natyy410]

You gave me so much peace with this video. Gracias 🤍

[@Becareful6131]

I got distracted screenshotting the quote 💀💯

[@candygirl7586]

Yes sir!!! Thank you! In some work environments extreme multitasking is expected which leads to some degree of inneficiency. Thank you for stating what you did!

[@janab2900]

Not to take the focus away from your content but YOUR VOICE is incredibly calm and warm...you've got the perfect podcast or youtube voice! Consider reading audio books!

[@runintomist4835]

I read the book Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport earlier this year. There is a lot of overlap between that book and the points you make in this video essay. The book Willpower by Baumeister is another good resource. The major point of that book is that depleting willpower by temptation resistance leads to impulse control deficits. Baumeister emphasizes creation of habit and setting up your environment to be conducive to focus.

[@yasuke7736]

i'll be honest, I started this video, 20 sec in I opened a new tab and watched 3 other videos on youtube. Then finally came back to this tab and had to really fight to just listen lol. your video was great it just shows me how much my attention span has decreased. im not perfect but watching this has started my journey to really Focus. thank you for the video.

[@favoritemommy74]

Totally agree with the quote. Totally agree with you. Discipline and consistency are definitely the key to many things. ✌️

[@RonaldLBanks]

Many things for sure Claire! Keep growing on your journey!

[@surajbadrinarayanan]

The fact that this is 3 years ago is crazy, anyway I got distracted by his bicep vein (epic vid btw)

[@elisastyleswilliamson2701]

Taking my time and doing and completing one task at a time.

[@pcchilek609]

This is so timely for me. I can't seem to concentrate today. Your words are so true. Thanks 😀

[@RonaldLBanks]

So glad that I was able to share this with you my friend. Keep growing!

[@susankight544]

Your videos are the only ones I watch all the way to the very end. Your tag phrase, peace sign, and smile make my day. Love your content!

[@RonaldLBanks]

Wow thank you so much Susan, means a lot truly! I’m also really happy that my content is resonating with you so much!

[@DazzleDust32]

Hi Ronald, I think the hydration point it so important, especially when the weather is cold and we don't feel that thirst to drink. It can also leave us feeling really ill. Thanks for another great video.

[@neila880]

I'd recommend playing some background music that has no vocals. Classical or jazz are two examples I typically use when I need to focus.

[@RonaldLBanks]

Great tip Neil. I may have to try this one myself! Keep growing on your journey!

[@neila880]

Ronald L. Banks and you too.

[@vavamachtbuh]

Same for me. I hear piano for reading, lofi for working, rock for working out and electro swing for cleaning. Its impressive how we can train our brains with simple things like music to focus on certain things.

[@sunrae7680]

Wow. I used to listen to Jazz and Blues. It used to calm my brain. Need to start again.

[@mayawallace7627]

I play jazz for my children when they do art. I need to get back to that. I’ve also limited toys, screen time is cut off at least two hours before bed and I’m teaching them to meditate. As parent multitasking is just a way of life... until the children go to bed.

[@basschatfield]

Thank you :) I find reading really helps my attention span. Sitting someplace with a book in hand and no distractions, give myself a time slot to just read. Holding all those ideas in and imaginations really builds a strong sense of attention and focus.

[@irishcladdagh3]

Ugh...my multitasking life is and shouldnt be my way of being...I will work on this Ron...I will...thank you as always for being you...💚

[@markbales8594]

That is such an inspiring quote will definitely remember that

[@audreychambers5376]

If I could like this video a hundred times I would. This is going to be my little morning reminder for awhile. Thank you. ❤️

[@eggybread.]

I completely agree with the exercise part. Since I started running back in 2018, my mental health and general happiness have improved alot

[@sunflowerad1778]

THIS.WAS.LIFE! Keep doing your thing because your words are breathing life into me. Thanks young man, you are a blessing!

[@RonaldLBanks]

I have a poem I wrote awhile back that has this exactly message and wording about “my words breathing life back into you” I love that you’re feeling this from my content. It’s a great feeling seeing my poetry come to life in a sense. Keep growing on your journey!

[@susmabhandari522]

Meditating hydrating exercising can be really helpful.

[@ashleympg]

You presented this SO well! Hoping to undo years of my own habit of living in a distracted state.

[@ricardojmartins89]

Exactly.😉 thanks Ron. Peace

[@annjean8709]

Great video video! Thank you for sharing.

[@DeeYouWylin]

I really needed this, I ironically told myself I would get to this the day it hit my notifications and I never got around to it until now. Thank you.

[@RonaldLBanks]

Dee I’m glad you had the chance to watch and enjoyed it! Keep growing on your journey!

[@ShariKaye]

Lots of golden nuggets in this video! I enjoy the poetic flow of your style.

[@RonaldLBanks]

Thank you so much. Poetry will definitely always be part of me.

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Hi Ron I really love the quote. thank you for the great tips.💙

[@Incrediblemulkey]

Thank you for this video, I am on one of those 3 am self improvement hikes except it is 11:25 AM and I am dedicated

[@lovesereen]

love how clear cut this video was, thank you!

[@superwithgod250]

It is a proven fact that our attention span is lesser than a gold fish with that being said you are getting on the level of higher thought processes and mind provoking keep it up much love God said they will be given into their devices

[@tahataufeeq1839]

gotta say, as someone who had to search up "how to improve attention span", i really appreciate the length of this video (2)

[@nick55ification]

Excellent video. Much appreciated. Attention is essential. 1. Where you pay attention 2. How much attention you pay. And 3. How you pay attention

[@ender_the_3rd]

Going along with the concept of creating time blocks to get things done instead of multitasking, I compose to-do lists every week at work and at home to help me visualize my goals. Doing so allows me to separate my personal and professional goals and create balance. Knowing what time is appropriate to work on the tasks I've listed for myself (and prioritized) allows me to focus and accomplish more in a shorter amount of time. So, yes, I agree with the quote about lack of direction being the issue over time.

[@RonaldLBanks]

I write to-do list as work as well. Helps me prioritize my day. I love that you do this also!

[@ervczek]

Thanks for the video, totally agree on everything! As for my method, what I found worked for me was kind of forcing myself to do one thing at a time, it's somehow an extension of your "stop multitasking". It even comes down to as simple things as watching youtube videos - when it is something I really want to watch and gain knowledge from, I tell myself to focus, actively listen and not check how long the video is going to be all till the end

[@soniafrederick659]

This was amazing. Thank you friend. Sending love and peace your way.

[@RonaldLBanks]

I’m glad you enjoyed this Sonia! Keep growing on your journey!

[@111-x5x]

Great video Ron. Appreciate the time you put into making these videos that can benefit many folk. Since retiring two years ago, I feel my attention span has actually greatly improved. By slowing down and having no stress or any financial worries, has truly been a blessing for me. Life is wonderful, just knowing my time is my own. Also living here in Switzerland, there is no shortage of things to do. One can just hop over to say Germany or.... for a day of fun, action or... Kind greetings.

[@RonaldLBanks]

I love that your journey is going so well. Keep growing and learning! And thank you for your love and support!

[@fourthcard21]

Great video 👍 I like how you genuinely guide us to be better and to "stay true to you". I'm learning to do that everyday. Thanks 🙏

[@lennonmoore2847]

Thank you Ronald! You are amazing!

[@salenarichardson2766]

Nutrition has a huge impact!

[@BlueBerry20071]

I will follow *most* of these steps, mostly just cause multitasking is an essential part of my life.

[@scottandrews1757]

This was great I actually lasted the whole video :)

[@abdeaglagane]

Reading books is a great method

[@elise4020]

This was a really good video!! It was vey concise and articulate. You got everything out that you wanted to say in only 4 minutes, and you didn't leave anything out! Thanks for making this.

[@RonaldLBanks]

I’m glad you enjoyed this Elise!

[@nurulsyahirahabdulhalim618]

Thank you so much bro for this video!

[@jameschoi5318]

I just flunked my KSAT test yesterday and have realized that my short attention span has gotten me up to this point. Thank you for making this video to help me realize the situation a little deeper and how to cope with it.

[@benisraelsen5834]

Thanks so much for this video. I'm in college rn and have been struggling with this in my study efforts for a while now. Now I have some tools and ideas to move forward and be more effective.

[@RonaldLBanks]

I’m glad you enjoyed this my friend!!

[@HeySarahPaige]

i love that you made this video short bc if it were any longer you would’ve lost me

[@JustAGuy8541]

Thank you I really hope this video Comes in handy I'm quite young and I can't really remember Certain things or Pay attention I hope this video helps me thank you

[@GouAndSotsuWereMistakes]

Concise and to the point. I'll give your advice a go, I've been having trouble focusing.

[@tabarakfashion84]

Thanks so much. Well thought out video. Love the passion. This truly helpful 👏

[@lavonj]

Thank you for this. I noticed myself losing focus and this helped me set my head straight. I appreciate you taking out time to share these words. Truly motivational.

[@RonaldLBanks]

I’m glad this resonated with you my friend!!

[@youngzira6724]

Thanks bro, it was short enough for me to write down all the points and walk away satisfied, keep it up!

[@tytusvalentine7501]

Can you make more videos about being emotionally independent ❤️love the vid

[@nivak11]

Thank you!!

[@Kingston030]

I appreciate this video really helped out.

[@sophiabrown5559]

I really like your advice. It was really insightful and true. Thank you.

[@coby.alvarez]

You deserve more views and subscribers, man! 🔥

[@YuniorGamboa]

Thanks, Ronald. In my opinion, this is easily one of your best tips

[@RonaldLBanks]

Thank you so much Yunior! I really appreciate that. So glad that this resonated with you.

[@locreciapelham5309]

So greatful for this information!

[@RonaldLBanks]

I’m really happy that I was able to share this with you Locrecia. Keep growing on your journey!

[@ryancooper5358]

Man! thank you for sharing that 👍

[@nikosogamias]

Thank you

[@tp2218]

I only looked up how to raise attention span because I've been realizing that I dont put as much effort in things as i used to, And a bit ago I realized I need to stop letting myself to watch as things pile up for me to do later. I will now try my hardest to be my best

[@EdvinPalmer]

Thanks for this great video!

[@cr7_originalyt]

Peace ❤ ✌

[@hannahwadsworth266]

So glad i have tumbled upon your channel, amazing video!

[@techthisoutguys]

You're a good speaker. Enjoyed this ^

[@egwxarhs906]

I like how he kept the video short so we can stay focused

[@kobe3899]

Bro I have a horrible attention span I be trynna do homework I’ll do one Lil question then I’ll Sit on my phone for a hour then give up

[@pride4928]

Short, efficient, straight to the point and clear, truly a remarkable video. thank you for this video Ronald and you’ve earned a subscriber!

[@jenflorence]

As always. Brilliant video! Thank you so much! ❤️

[@RonaldLBanks]

Really happy that you enjoyed this Jennifer! Thank you!

[@shmooves77]

Thank you so much this help me push my direction in where I want to be in life

[@TheForgottenMali]

Beautiful lesson. Thank you.

[@PRDGL_WindyBW]

Stop scrolling through the comments and pay attention to the video.

[@jocampbell6962]

What a great video - Thank you Ron🤗. Such wise words and crucial suggestions 👏🏾🌟I have made notes, I'm going to implement!

[@RonaldLBanks]

Let me know how this helps you on your journey Jo-Anne! I love that this resonated with you. Keep growing!

[@jocampbell6962]

@@RonaldLBanks Will do! 👌🏾🤗

[@samurae.3]

Your delivery of words in your videos is therapeutic, thank you for sharing 🙏🏽

[@RonaldLBanks]

I’m glad that you’re enjoying how I present my content! Thank you! Keep growing on your journey!

[@Dly_word]

Thank you for this wonderful information!😀

[@skapunkoialternativeliving6522]

You stole my word my friend I always be saying that to myself you're so right we all have 24 hours in a day we all have choices it's up to us what we want to do but you have distracted by technology more and more that's what's making the human race week I think that's not good... not to mention it's making us dependent upon the system as well...

[@RonaldLBanks]

You’re absolutely right! Well said my friend!

[@ebonyr.b.1216]

Partake in more activities that I’m naturally good at! Automatic focus lol