Let me start by saying that there is no doubt that if I was a youngster today, I would have been diagnosed with ADHD. I would be taking medication to get me to concentrate. Back in school, I was just quite naughty and restless, and the only form of medication I knew was corporal punishment. (I am actually laughing as I write this)
If I could single out one thing that helped me focus, it was routine. I am not a doctor, or a psychiatrist (so please use it or lose it) but here are a few things that help me focus in the pursuit of always being punctual.
1. Routine:
I have a son who is exactly like me and routine helps with organizing my brain.
2. Planning:
It isn’t always possible to plan every step but where you can plan your days, weeks and months, do it.
3. To do lists:
As you get older it is important to have a to do list and tick the tasks off that list, one at a time. ( Rugby concussion doesn’t help!)😊
4. Technology:
I have all my friends, family, colleagues and connections’ birth dates saved on my phone. Some people can’t wait for that once a year phone call. Use the technology available to be more organized.
5. Deliberate:
Be deliberate about completing tasks and moving onto the next task at hand. It becomes a habit to complete things and not leave them hanging.
As I side note, try and make things fun. If something is fun you are more likely to start and complete it.
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