Why you Can't Focus...and what to do about it.

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Hello!

2022 is here and so far, the promise of a new year and new start hasn’t exactly come true. TBH, for many of us, it might feel just like 2021 and 2020. With everything going on right now, it's no wonder that our ability to focus is being seriously diminished.

So what's an aspiring entrepreneur to do? Read below for some common challenges to determine which ones are behind your lack of focus. And then try the suggested solutions to see which resonate most with you.

Too Many Distractions: Lots of us have a real deal addiction to all the things: email notifications, news alerts, social media scrolls.

  • If you want to stop feeling like a mental pinball: silence alerts, put time limits on apps and go tech-free for at least an hour a day. At first this might feel very hard, but within a few days you will notice an amazing improvement in your ability to focus.

Empathic Overload: If you are a highly sensitive soul, the last two years have felt like the longest endurance run ever, amiright?

  • If you want to stop taking on everyone else's emotions, it's time for some serious boundary creation and daily energy protection, even if that means changing your relationships with friends and family. By being more aware and intentional with your emo-capacity, you will find more ease and peace.

Stress, Anxiety, Overwhelm: We can probably all agree that the world is banana pants right now. Adding the January hype can bring pressure to an all-time high.

  • If you want to get a handle on the constant overwhelm, take everything off your list that isn't urgent, prioritize quiet walks in nature & try daily meditation or journaling. Yep, I'm saying it again: Self-care is not selfish, it's essential. Do what you have to do to take care of you.

You have ALL the Ideas: The new year might give you a super-boost of creativity, but without all the clarity and organization you need to take action.

  • If you want to harness the idea avalanche, do a daily brain dump, categorize your ideas and then start prioritizing based on what is easiest to accomplish or feels most exciting to tackle. Not every idea needs to turn into something actionable, but using these tips will help keep them flowing without being overwhelmed.

I know it seems extra hard right now, but we've got this. One moment at a time you can get back to your focused self.

If you need some 1:1 help, reach out to grab one of my remaining Entrepreneur Energy Assessment & Activated 2022 Planning packages. It's the ultimate Part Woo - Part Work package to help any current or aspiring small business owner start the new year with the clarity, confidence and cohesive plan you need, but without all the hustle and grind.

And if you are looking for some inspiration on showcasing your originality & being in creative flow, check out my lastest Open to Alchemy podcast episode!


To finding focus,
Lauren