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I'm curious to hear from you all. I'm someone who struggles with staying focused on a task - my mind tends to wander, and sometimes I get completely lost in thought .

Let me tell you, I tried to read a book yesterday evening. I settled in comfy on the couch, opened the pages, and... 20 minutes later, I realized I wasn't reading at all . I was watching a movie! I don't even remember picking it up or starting it! Now, here's the weird part: if I decide to actually watch the movie, suddenly I feel like reading a book later . It's like my brain is playing some kind of switcheroo . And it's confusing!

Does anyone else relate? Do you have strategies that help you stay on track? How do you bring yourself back when your mind starts to drift? I'd love to hear your thoughts, tips, and experiences! Let's chat about it .

I think you’re easily distracted. Do you read in a noisy environment and do you love multitasking or do you get tired frequently?

There are lots of factors that can contribute and it is best to know the main factor to be able to control it.

But for now, I’ll give you some simple tips.

Try meditation. Take it slow cos it can be overwhelming. Probably 1-2 mins with a timer.

Read between breaks. Be very conscious so when your mind wants to wander, try rewarding it with 5-10 mins of play then go back to the initial activity.

Your inner mind can be a distraction. Quit talking to that baby boy. It will be hard but try restricting him cos he loves to play mind games. Happens when you’re trying to pray with the inner voice. He’ll wander so fast you both don’t know when you start gusting.

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You have ADHD (Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder)

It’s not uncommon in a lot of adults and you may have had it from childhood or adopted it as an adult somewhere along the line..

Sadly, there’s no definitive cure but there’s band-aid; therapy from a certified therapist (not your side chic) and a doctors prescribed medication which are a combination of stimulants and non-stimulants accordingly!

Generally, it’s not a (very) serious condition and you can just decide to live your life that way afterall, what is ADHD when you (anyone) could keel over from cancer anytime gaaademit