A)
On the night before your project be sure to try to get an ample amount
of sleep. Don't drink alcohol the night before and don't
induce sleep with sleeping pills (you will wake up in a haze the next
day). If you have insomnia or feel like you need a good night of
sleep, try a supplement such as
melatonin, up to 5mg right before
sleep. Another safe alternative to sleeping pills is the
Valerian root
herb -
taken at bed time, it can help induce sleep with little or no
side effects.
5-HTP is another natural alternative worthy
of consideration.
B)
On the day that your concentration needs to be at full throttle, it's
important that you don't skip breakfast, lunch or dinner. It's
especially important that you have a good hearty, balanced breakfast.
It fully charges your battery and also sets the tone for the rest of
the day.
C) Drink
plenty of water all day before starting work and keep and
later keep
bottle of water within reach while you work. Water is just pure energy -
nothing bad can be said about it.
D) Know from
your own personal experience what time of day your mind is normally at peak
function. Do your work at this time. Some people work best
in the morning before the days activities compound to wear them down
mentally.
E)
Earlier in the day (before beginning your work session), assemble and
organize all the materials you need for your project. This will keep
you from getting distracted in the middle of your project resulting in
your concentration being interrupted.
F) If being focused is
a large part of your life, consider taking appropriate daily dietary
supplements. Omega-3 Fish
Oil is one such supplement- well known to improve overall
concentration when taken regularly. Another is
DMAE, well known to improve
attention span (allow up to 3 weeks to notice any effects). NOTE: Herbal
extracts are also well known
for their 'brain tonic.' Scroll down for helpful concentration herbs.
Best Values We've Found.
Natrol Omega-3 Fish Oil
Promotes a healthy
cardiovascular system. The perfect brain food for cognitive
function, concentration & memory (works best when taken
regularly). Each two-softgel serving contains 360 mg of EPA
and 240 mg of DHA derived from fish. 1000 Mg., 150 Sgels.
Country Life DMAE
Helps maintain an alert mind &
improve attention span (concentration). Take daily for best
effects. Combines
2-dimethylaminoethanol with pantothenic acid and vitamin B-6
for a daily mental boost. Each convenient capsule contains a
potent 350 mg. 50 Capsules.
Swanson Melatonin
Plays a crucial role in how
well we sleep at night. Helps control the sleep/wake cycle
with very few side effects.
May help restore normal sleep patterns when you need them,
such as needing sleep before an important day. 3
Mg., 60 Caps.
A)
Before starting a project where strong concentration is needed, go
outside and take a good brisk walk
- 15 minutes is OK, 30
minutes good & 45 minutes optimal. A walk in nature may bring surprising
inspiration and you will come back calm and full of creative mental energy.
B) If
complete quiet makes you work best, disconnect or turn off any
possible distractions. This includes turning off your
telephone ringer, TV or radio. If you love surfing the internet, also
turn off your computer to eliminate any such temptation.
C) Consider
setting a realistic yet firm time table to get your job done
(2 or 3 hours for example). This will keep you motivated and also keep
your mind from wandering. You will be thankful for this after the
project is finished. NOTE: Being unrealistic (not allowing enough
time) may only make you frustrated, mad and wanting to quit. Allowing
too much time may make you lazy.
D) Do not
eat a meal right before starting your work - being 'full'
may make you feel temporarily sluggish. Instead let any food process
at least 1 to 2 hours before beginning your project.
E) Take an
herbal concentration booster ... many really do work (scroll down
below).
While
you are working ...
A) For long
projects be sure to take several short breaks - you'll be
thankful for it later. Find a good place to stop, perhaps between
lessons or segments or after some accomplishment has been achieved. Go
stretch, sit outside for a few minutes, or take a good healthy walk
around the block. Some people benefit from taking a really short
"power nap" of less than 30 minutes (napping for too long is not
recommended for this purpose). When taking a break or to eat, make
sure you step away from this space and return only when you're ready
to re-start work.
B) Try not
to munch on snacks while working. Aside from making your
fingers sticky or oily, it might be a distraction or make your tummy
feel full (causing sluggishness).
C) Abstain
from drinking caffeinated beverages or sweets during work.
These may give you a sugar rush, possibly causing your mind to race
or to
wander off.
Creating
a nice working 'ambience.'
A)
Create a space in your home specifically designed for higher
concentration work. This means creating a work area
that promotes productivity - make sure the area is free of
clutter, excess noises and distractions. Use it ONLY for work.
B)
Though some may work best in total quiet, other
people may work best with good room ambience. This may
include soft
ambient lighting,
candles and/or incense burning, or
quiet music playing in the background (preferably new age, classical
or nature sound CD's). Some people may benefit using a
white noise machine or
relaxation sound machine. Experiment and find out what makes you
concentrate the best.
C) Pay more money to find good, quality ergonomic office furniture. Extra
comfort will most likely result in better concentration which in
return results in higher quality work, especially for those people who spend
a lot of time in their work space. A nice comfortable
ergonomic chair is
especially important. If you work on your PC consider investing in a
good
gel or
memory foam mousepad (for wrist support).
D) Keep your
environment at just the right temperature for you. If your
home is too hot or too cold (and you're not allowed to change that),
consider closing the door and using a personal
room heater or
small
low-noise fan to use in your work space.
Social
& household considerations.
A) If there
are other people in the house make sure they know your need not to be
distracted. It is important that they obey and respect you.
B) If you have pets, consider feeding them a big meal before your project
starts. Animals generally feel drowsy and sleepy after a big meal.
C) Now
let's talk about significant others in your home. If you are madly in love with someone
(or having domestic disputes), avoid spending quality time with that
'significant other' until after you have finished your project.
Socializing in the middle of your project is one sure way to break
your concentration.
D) Finally, if it's too noisy in your house (and you know that there's nothing you can do about
it), find a quiet place to work such as a library or going to a park. Or you
can consider investing in good
ear plugs or
noise canceling headphones.
Herbal
concentration boosters. Yes they can work!
Consider using an herbal remedy.
Keep the following in mind:
A)
Ginkgo Biloba
& Bacopa Monniera are both well known for
their ability to improve concentration (take daily or as needed).
B) Short-term
concentration can be improved by taking
rhodiola right
before starting your project.
F) There are several all-in-one herbal blends which combine several
natural plant compounds to improve concentration. Two such products
are
StudyPlus which helps improve focus, concentration &
memory, and
Brain Pep, an herbal blend that also
combines other key supplements.
Best Values We've Found.
Swanson Ginkgo Biloba
Great herbal support for brain
concentration at an affordable price. Standardized to 24% glycosides
and 6% terpene lactones. Helps enhance concentration, memory and
general mental
alertness.
Enzymatic Therapy Rhodiola
An energizing herbal boost for
your mind and body. Combats mental and physical stress, and
improves short-term concentration.
Standardized to contain 3% rosavins and 1% salidroside.
Delivered in all-natural all-vegetable clear UltraCaps. 40
Caps.
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Preparing
in advance for your project.
