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INTRODUCTION

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Attention is a core mental process involved in nearly all
aspects of reasoning, perception, problem-solving, and
behavior. It's a biological event that doesn't have to be
learned. However, daily life does throw obstacles that affect
the attention process and focus.

Cognitive Control and the Prefrontal Cortex:

The capacity for concentration is part of what's called
cognitive control or executive function. This is essential
to your ability to devote brain resources to the desired
end. The area of the brain that enables us to exercise
cognitive control is the prefrontal cortex (PFC), which is
the frontal lobe of the brain.

Sadly, physical and emotional factors interfere with

your focus, and lifestyle factors play an essential role in
your ability to pay attention and focus.

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Good-quality
Sleep
Adequate sleep is essential for numerous biological
processes and systems. A poor night's sleep undermines your
ability to focus the next day. The PFC becomes less efficient
at sorting through input from your body and the world
around you and eliminating distractions. Your reaction time
becomes slower, and your behavior may be a little erratic
because the PFC can't do its job well.

Stick to a sleep schedule and make sure to have a

comfortable environment that's just for sleeping. It might
help to establish a relaxation ritual like listening to soft music,
taking a warm bath, or doing gentle stretches before getting
into bed.

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Aerobic
Exercise
Exercise changes the brain in ways that can improve
cognitive function in the short run and prevent cognitive
decline in the long run. Aerobic exercise, in particular,
improves cognitive speed, auditory and visual attention, and
motor control.

Studies have also shown that aerobic exercise aids

executive function. These benefits may be related to the
improvements in the heart and circulatory fitness associated
with aerobic activity.

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Focused Attention
Meditation
This meditation style involves keeping your attention
focused on a particular object or sensation, such as the
sensation of air flowing in and out of your nostrils as you
breathe. To sustain this focus, you must continuously monitor
the quality of your attention. If your mind begins to wander,
you identify the distraction source and then return your
attention to your focal point.

Daily practicing focused meditation translates into an

improved ability to direct your attention to information
relevant to your goals. It also helps you switch between tasks
without becoming distracted.

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Healthy
Diet
There is a growing awareness of the beneficial role of choline
in cognitive health. Choline is one of the building blocks of
the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, which plays a critical role
in regulating attention. A study showed that those who ate
more foods containing choline had better verbal and visual
memory.

The primary food sources of choline are animal-based

products such as meat, poultry, fish, dairy products, and
eggs. Cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli and
cauliflower, and certain beans are also rich in choline. Other
sources include nuts, seeds, and whole grains.

The best eating style that includes these foods is the

Mediterranean diet. It is the most studied and
recommended diet out there.

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Clear Goals
To Focus On
If you want to focus on a task truly, you must set a clear goal
for yourself. Effective goals are SMART (specific, measurable,
attainable, relevant, and time-sensitive).

SPECIFIC Use action words to define a clear goal.

MEASURABLE Use metrics to track your goals.

ATTAINABLE Ensure you can reasonbly accomplish your goals.

RELEVANT Align your goals with your values and ambitions.

TIME-SENSITVE Set a deadline to help you stay focused.

The most important thing is to avoid

multitasking. Studies have shown
that multitasking leads to poorer
memory, increased impulsivity, and
can lead to shrinkage of certain
parts of the brain.

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Pomodoro
Method
This technique's main concept is to work in blocks of time,
typically 25 minutes long, followed by a 5-minute break.
When you complete four Pomodoro sessions, you take a
more extended break of 20 to 30 minutes. After that, you
repeat the cycle.

This technique trains your brain to focus for short periods,

and with time it can even help improve your attention span
and concentration.

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Music
& Focus
Music can help to improve focus. It does this by encouraging
the formation and development of neurons or nerve cells.
But of course, you'll want to listen to music in the range of 50
to 70 beats per minute. This is because a relaxed heart rate
is also in this range. Anything slower than this will put you to
sleep. Anything faster will be too stimulating.

Baroque music is a good choice, as it induces a relaxed

body and alert mind. This is the perfect state for
concentration.

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Drink
BrainTea
BrainTea is one of the healthiest tea you can drink, and it's
very effective. Not only is it good for the brain, but it also
boosts overall energy. This tea is high in antioxidants, which
provide many short and long-term health benefits.

BrainTea is a perfect combination of Ginkgo Biloba, Gotu

Kola, MCT oil, and Lion's Mane Mushroom. Each one of these
ingredients enhances memory, boosts mood, and energizes
the brain.

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Ginkgo Biloba
Enhances memory, Mood booster

Gotu Kola
Enhances brain cells generation

MCT Oil
Increases brain energy, Delays brain aging

Lion’s Mane Mushroom

Supports brain cell growth, Reduce occasional anxiety

On top of that, this tea relieves stress and anxiety and

relaxes the mind. It’s the best solution for everyone, whether
they’re students, professionals, or only people who enjoy a
healthy organic cup of tea.

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