One of the factors that definitely influences my ability to work and to be motivated to do so, is whether I am focused or not. Have you heard of the expression 'being centered'? My understanding is that it means being focused, in a way that my mind and my energy are directed to the current issue or project.
Many times I find myself living in a cloud of multi-faceted distraction. If I feel even half-way motivated (or pressured) to do what I should be doing, I might get started and then shortly be pulled in another direction. Obviously this is bad medicine for anyone who wants to complete tasks and reach goals.
I have not figured out the perfect formula for getting myself focused, and it is not always the same thing that works. Here are a few things that have worked at different times:
power nap - after 20 minutes of refreshment, my mind is ready to focus.
caffeine - sometimes a good dose of caffeine makes a difference. On rare occasion I could almost feel it working and my mind clearing.
change of location - I work in an open pod kind of setting so there are plenty of distractions around me. Sometimes I do much better if I can get alone. (and sometimes I can be distracted when I am all alone).
Different task - When I am having trouble sticking to one task, I might do better to switch to another. Sometimes completion of a simpler task will give me a dose of motivation to tackle something else with a little more determination.
I wish you the best as you try to stay focused and on task!
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