It would be great if everything you always worked on held your interest from start to finish, but that’s rarely the case. The downside of this is that you might start sabotaging the projects that you lose interest in. When this happens, you might find that you’re making excuses for why the project won’t work. All you can see are potential problems. You talk yourself into doing a sloppy job…
“You may be thinking that you are too young to start a business or make a difference. As a baby boomer, I can tell you the most productive age in human life is between 60-70 years of age. What’s even better? The possibilities for your future are endless.” An extensive study in the U.S.A found that the most productive age in human life is between 60-70 years of age. ​The…
Many people don’t realize that one of the most important parts of your body that needs strength-training is your brain. Just like how you strengthen your arms by lifting weights, you have to do the same with your brain. If you don’t, you can end up having poor focus and concentration. This can make your mind wander consistently throughout the day, and the end result is that you suddenly realize…
By using a routine, you’re establishing habits. When you have habits, it allows your brain to function on autopilot. That means you’ll do things without really giving it much thought because the action is ingrained within you. Having a routine is good for you because it works to keep distractions at bay. Plus, if you’re currently finding that you do have distractions, establishing a routine can knock those out of…
If you’ve ever felt your creativity get a boost after you’ve had a cup of coffee, you’re not the only one. Caffeine can give you increased energy as well as focus. Caffeine is considered a stimulant, which is why it can also give your body energy. When you consume caffeine, it boosts the dopamine levels in your brain, which is what regulates your concentration and your ability to focus. This…
Having your focus disrupted can interfere with your creative process as well as make you lose productivity. While you might immediately think about all the big things that can do this, such as people interrupting you or your phone ringing, more often than not, it’s the small things that end up stealing your focus. If you’re trying to work in a room that’s too cold, this can be a culprit…
If you find yourself getting easily distracted with work, it could be because you haven’t trained your brain to focus enough. It could be that you’ve developed the habit of daydreaming. While either of these could be the case, there’s also the possibility that your work is simply too easy for you. For example, an artist could find a certain project too easy and it doesn’t inspire him. This would…
Having a hyperactive mind can make you extremely productive. But it can also overwhelm you because your mind is constantly running full speed ahead. You can get an idea and immediately another one will pop in. Or you can get creative and it seems like your creativity is all over the place. While this might be who you are, it can make it difficult for you to be able to…