TOPIC

Focus & motivationarticles

Below are the best articles we could find on Focus and motivation.

FindCenter Video Image

13 Science-Backed Tips to Stay Focused and Avoid Distractions

Whether it's fatigue, distractions, lack of motivation, or something else entirely, our inability to focus digs a hole in our productivity and limits our chances of success.

article
Katie Walsh, Lydia Ramsey Pflanzer, and Jessica Orwig
2020
FindCenter AddIcon
FindCenter Video Image

6 High-Performance Habits Only the Most Extraordinary People Share, Backed by Science

Why do some people succeed more quickly than others, and maintain that success over the course of decades?

article
Jeff Haden
FindCenter AddIcon
FindCenter Video Image

The Benefits of Talking to Yourself

The fairly common habit of talking aloud to yourself is what psychologists call external self-talk. And although self-talk is sometimes looked at as just an eccentric quirk, research has found that it can influence behavior and cognition.

article
Kristin Wong
2017
FindCenter AddIcon
FindCenter Video Image

Creative People’s Brains Really Do Work Differently

Creative people are able to juggle seemingly contradictory modes of thought—cognitive and emotional, deliberate and spontaneous.

article
Carolyn Gregoire
FindCenter AddIcon
FindCenter Video Image

Understanding the Four Stages of the Creative Process

Any creative process is a dance between the inner and the outer; the unconscious and conscious mind; dreaming and doing; madness and method; solitary reflection and active collaboration.

article
Carolyn Gregoire
2019
FindCenter AddIcon
FindCenter Video Image

How to Stay Focused on Your Goals When You Are Worn Out

We all have goals and dreams, but it can be difficult to stick with them.

article
James Clear
2021
FindCenter AddIcon
FindCenter Video Image

The Ultimate Guide to Motivation—How to Achieve Any Goal

One of the biggest challenges in meeting any goal, whether it be related to productivity, waking early, changing a habit, exercising, or just becoming happier, is finding the motivation to stick with it.

article
Leo Babauta
2016
FindCenter AddIcon
FindCenter Video Image

The Power of Being Committed

In every aspect of life, if something is worth doing, it’s worth giving 100% of your effort to it. Because a 99% commitment isn’t going to cut it.

article
Jack Canfield
FindCenter AddIcon
FindCenter Video Image

15 Ways to Get Motivated at College

Here are fifteen ways to get your motivation up—and to keep it up—throughout your college career.

article
Lynn F. Jacobs, Jeremy S. Hyman
FindCenter AddIcon
FindCenter Video Image

Physical Activity—Setting Yourself Goals

If you’re trying to become more physically active, realistic, well-planned goals keep you focused and motivated.

article
Better Health Channel staff
FindCenter AddIcon

WHAT MIGHT HELP

FindCenter AlertIcon

The information offered here is not a substitute for professional advice. Please proceed with care and caution.

EXPLORE RELATED TOPICS

EXPLORE RELATED TEACHERS

UP NEXT

Goal Setting