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collegekid37
collegekid37

My focusing problem is way out of control. Even as I type now, I have a million other things needing to get done. I never know when it's appropriate to take time for myself, but usually when I do, it's at an inappropriate time due to the amount of stress I am under. I am tired of hearing "quick tips" like using a planner or making a to-do list because these have been tried and tried again with no real success. I understand that I give a lot of pushback - I am just looking for something that will work. Any similar experiences?

violetflower
violetflower
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kylaray_
kylaray_
This is so real. I too sometimes feel unfocused in school or even just in general. I think it has to do with overthinking, stress, and worries. Being a college a student is not the easiest, we have a lot of pressure on our shoulders. One advice I can give is to try yoga and/or meditation. With this, it stimulates a way to relax your mind and ease the soul bringing you less stress as the body is being decompressed. Food for thought!
gabrielav
gabrielav
I have similar experiences as you, my mind tends to wander to other things that I need to get done when I should be focusing on homework or even paying attention in class. When I talked to someone about this they told me I was daydreaming, but I don't think that's the case since it's just me listing off things that I need to get done. Usually planners worked for me, but this year I am completely out of focus, I think it's because I already entered my last year and am simply thinking of graduation. Maybe try to take a walk or do a quick meditation if you're feeling too stressed out. Also, if you're lacking sleep try to get more hours of sleep in, I know I'm even more distracted when I don't get enough sleep.
Emmy_Em
Emmy_Em
Hello. I have been experiencing the same thing the past two years. I am slowly working on a way to work on stress management. I would say start slow. Gabrielav had a good suggestion about taking a walk, sometimes just a short walk outside can clear the mind and help you refocus! Focusing on yourself will help you focus on the other parts of your life, it doesn't even have to be something big, it can be something small to help you get through the day!
collegekid37
collegekid37
@kylaray_ @gabrielav @Emmy_Em thank you so much for taking the time to comment on my post, and thank you for your suggestions. It’s relieving to know I am not the only one struggling with this dilemma. Short walks, yoga, and exercise have really been helpful in clearing the mind and helping me refocus on what needs to be done. Some other things I have found helpful: painting, drawing, and journaling helps put the stress on paper and out of the mind, and taking 5-10 minute breaks for every 30-45 minutes of work allows for mini-rewards for being able to focus and work!