How do I focus on learning?

FinancialThanks1 · 2019-10-30T17:14:10+00:00

Start meditating. Be clear about your goals and how you’re going to reach them

FrozenTreeStump · 2019-10-30T19:38:34+00:00

This might be an unpopular opinion but I’d cut out coffee/caffeine altogether.

athrowaway-9001 · 2019-10-30T20:14:14+00:00

Could be a case of ADHD. I would look into it.

Otherwise I would envision what I want to accomplish for myself and what I need to do to achieve it.

Either you need to match your efforts to your dreams or your dreams to your efforts.

Edit: Typos

Foolishoe · 2019-10-30T20:25:07+00:00

Heard of the pomodoro technique?

FlenZepla · 2019-10-30T21:37:35+00:00

Cut carbs out of your diet, eat healthy, LIFT, and meditate. Cut out or seriously moderate alcohol or other drug use.

Caffeine is alright in moderation(and others will probably disagree with that, for good reasons) but drinking more than just getting you going in the morning won't get you anywhere. Forgoing caffeine altogether would be a better option than, "I can't focus, ima have a fourth cup of coffee or another Red Bull", that doesn't work(Adderall on the other hand...). Giving up caffeine is hard if that's your routine but is better than drinking too much. Nicotine has a similar effect, but would be even harder to give up.

Amphetamines will make you a monster at work/school, but that should be a last resort after you sort out your diet and exercise. Amphetamines can also fuck with your boner as it's probably a more powerful vasoconstrictor than caffeine and nicotine.

There is a pretty flimsy, supposed link between artificial coloring and other additives and ADHD symptoms. If there's any merit to that then eating natural(not energy drinks and twinkies) could help too.

Improving yourself in general so you don't have nagging thoughts interrupting your focus. Losing any depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem can only be achieved by focusing on goals to improve what it is you see as being insufficient in yourself.

Knowing that multi-tasking is a bunch of bullshit and not even a real thing will help too.

What also helps for me: This is probably a little beta, but, I like my boss and most of my coworkers, I love my family, I also have a son who needs to be provided for; I need to maximize my efforts at work and kick ass everyday because I don't want to let any of them down. I also like being the guy my boss turns to when there's a ridiculous deadline or a complicated task that needs its ass kicked and they default to me to get it done right the first time. It feels good to be good at shit and that should be enough motivation.

breakdatass · 2019-10-30T21:58:45+00:00

Do you give a shit about your degree?

If not, drop out.

mechcoder598 · 2019-10-31T04:12:25+00:00

Son, you’re fucked! Lol, just kidding. First of all, you should check out if you have ADHD or not. If you don’t, then the first thing I would do is make a list of all the things that need to be done in the short term or in the long term. Even getting a haircut and learning an instrument counts. Select the top 5 in terms of importance and urgency and start focusing on those. Plan those 5. Keep on working on it until all the 5 tasks are established, once they are, move on to the next 5. Brain is an amazing machine but it can’t multi-task. Narrowing your focus will make you more productive and give you a sense of calm. All the best.

Title	How do I focus on learning?
Author	Ravenanom
Upvotes	6
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Date	October 30, 2019 5:09 PM UTC (6 years ago)
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