SPARTANBURG, S.C. - Tight end Greg Olsen stood outside a Wofford College dormitory on the first day of training camp a year ago and warned that the Carolina Panthers weren t a lock to return to the Super Bowl they lost six months earlier. He urged teammates to understand they weren t entitled to anything. He said the Super Bowl hangover was real, that every year…
Life Equals Focus & Energy™ is designed to enhance mental focus and increase energy levels as you maneuver through your busy life. Rather than shocking your mind and body like most energy products, it provides a gentle boost of mental focus and physical energy without jitters, anxiety, or a crash. Its active ingredients are the most natural forms of B-vitamins…
Making the best use of your time is closely connected to your ability to concentrate. Maintaining your focus on the most critical tasks is one of the most perplexing challenges you face as you strive to effectively manage your time. Here are ten habits that anchor your focus where your attention needs to be, rather than on the unimportant distractions that so…
The average person puts only about 25% of his energy and ability into his work. The world takes off its hat to those who put more than 50% of their capacity, and stands on its head for the few and far between souls who devote 100%. ~ Andrew Carnegie Many of us say that we want to live all parts of our lives at 100% — full out whether we’re at home or at work…
Business moves at supersonic speed. While technology has facilitated easier communication and information gathering, it has also ushered in a new economy in which the common worker can be more readily replaced by technological advancements than ever before. The option to utilize advanced algorithms, data visualization and robotics as opposed to human assistance…
The GMAT is not just a test of your analytical skills or reading ability. It is also a test of your focus. How long can you focus and perform at a high level. This does not come easy, and it requires practice and a plan. One place in particular where our focus can wain is in the Verbal section. There is so much to read, and so much of it seems uninteresting…
Three things stop people from doing something they want to do. It’s too hard. It takes too much time. It costs too much money. If you want to focus, this solution is easy, takes 5 minutes, and is free. It’s an excuse killer. 🙂 Previously, I wrote about how to get focused in 5 steps. That article was meant as a longer term life system to organize your days around…
“One reason so few of us achieve what we truly want is that we never direct our focus; we never concentrate our power. Most people dabble their way through life, never deciding to master anything in particular. ” -Tony Robbins This morning I woke up, brewed some Yerba Mate, caught a glorious rooftop sunrise and proceeded to get more done before breakfast than…
5 Questions That Will Help You Focus On What Matters “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” ~Mary Oliver Let’s get things done. If you’ve ever read any books or articles about productivity, you’ve heard this phrase. It’s one I used and made a part of my life for a long time. More recently, I’ve discovered there’s a better and…
Spending five minutes relaxing helps people feel less negative and distressed Sitting silently causes people to feel disengaged from work and causes worry Researchers advise people take short breaks doing fun activities to recharge Signs of being stressed at work include feeling out of control and unsupported Playing video games for just five minutes makes stressed…
Anyone can benefit from activities that require focus and concentration. Not only does it keep your brain functioning well into adulthood, but it can make other tasks less frustrating and increase productivity at school and work. Seven Ways to Promote Good Concentration Skills: Set realistic tasks, especially considering your child’s maturity level. Unrealistic…
A reflection on key evidence relating to mental health training programs delivered to police, focussing on Australia, the United States and Canada. While there are a number of similarities in the core content of mental health training programs offered internationally, the availability and uptake of training across jurisdictions remains piecemeal and idiosyncratic…
Maybe you have a list of effective rituals to help you double down on your workload. Or, if you’re anything like me, you’re looking for some new ideas to help regain your focus throughout the day. “Our office is on a bike trail, so I’ll go on a walk with a coworker who isn’t on the project to run the problem by them. Fresh air goes well with a fresh perspective…
For an educational tool to be effective, it needs to draw from evidence-based brain science. Brain Games had already proven effective in strengthening the essential skills of focus, memory, and self-control — and we designed this version to amplify the cognitive benefits of helping kids learn how to “think about their thinking.” Designed for classrooms For an…
How does Focus work? Focus is one of the most important thinking skills for academic success, as it helps kids begin tasks without procrastinating, maintain their attention in the presence of distractions, and continue tasks through to completion. Focus is very helpful when children are engaged in activities that require sustained practice in order to improve…
You re late to work (again), behind on a project, or can t remember the action points from the last meeting. If you re one of the roughly 10 million U.S. adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), it can be a constant challenge to stay on task. Anthony Rostain, M.D., professor of psychiatry and pediatrics at the University of Pennsylvania School…
Do you struggle with reaching your goals? The reality is that most people do struggle. When you set goals for yourself, you undoubtedly have the very best of intentions. You want to succeed with your goals and reap the many benefits that come with making successful and important changes in your life. However, there is something that you may fail to account for…
I want to share something really simple (but powerful) with you. It s a little reminder that has saved my butt and helped me truly focus, time and time again. This reminder has helped me with the big-picture stuff (juggling multiple projects and priorities) Super simple, right? Here s why it s so powerful. This Russian proverb helps you easily visualize the…
Ever get really stuck on something while studying? It happens to the best of us from time to time. When we hit that point, it can be difficult to know what to do next. There tend to be two camps in learning experts: those who advise giving your full concentration to a subject and pushing through, and those that suggest embracing the distraction. As it turns out…
Next time you are sitting in a meeting, take a look around. The odds are high that you will see your colleagues checking screens, texting, and emailing while someone is talking or making a presentation. Many of us are proud of our prowess in multitasking, and wear it like a badge of honor. Multitasking may help us check off more things on our to-do lists. But…
Ever have a day like this? One minute you re prepping for your next status meeting. The next, an urgent email pops up and you begin replying-and before you can hit send a co-worker alarms you with an instant message demanding your immediate attention to put out a fire. One study by McKinsey found that unnecessary workplace interruptions are costly, with high-skill…
A few quick tips for our young buds to make their parents and teachers proud with good grades. Meditation is the secret to boosting concentration power and memory in studies. It’s the history period in class. Your textbook is open right in front of you. You are looking at it without reading a word. The teacher seems to be drilling some foreign language into your…
The nation is unlikely to meet its ambitious college-completion goals unless remedial-education reformers spend more time examining the nonacademic factors that hold students back, according to a report being released on Wednesday by the National Center for Developmental Education. Much of the focus of current reform efforts is on reducing the amount of time…
Tim Robberts / Getty Images I’m sitting at my desk, researching an article on how to stay focused at work. As I open up a PubMed study, I realize I have 87 emails in my inbox. Then the buzzer rings — Greatist’s monthly supply of pistachios has arrived. I get up to answer the door right as my mom texts me. I answer the door, put away the nuts, text my mom back…
