Restore Your Focus by Reconnecting with Yourself

When it’s hard to focus, it’s easy to blame things like too much screen time, not enough willpower, or falling behind on another productivity hack. But struggling to focus usually isn’t about a lack of discipline; it could be your body or mind trying to tell you something. Sometimes we push past those signals without even realizing it. We distract ourselves because sitting with what we’re really feeling can be uncomfortable. Distraction isn’t a bad habit; it can actually be a way our system protects us from feeling overwhelmed. You might notice your attention slipping when there’s something underneath the surface that hasn’t had space to be felt. And the more we ignore that, the harder it is to stay present. But when we pause and notice what’s really going on inside, it becomes easier to come back to the present moment. Regaining focus is possible, you just need to learn how to build awareness around your patterns. And that starts with paying attention to what’s happening within....