Finding Focus in a World Full of Distractions by davingson

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hive-197685 · @davingson · 2025-08-18T08:05:06+00:00 (edited)

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Finding Focus in a World Full of Distractions

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The largest percentage of distraction comes from social media, though it is full of positivity and negativity, it your choice to select, but both sided we do abuse it. Endless news updates, and even the challenges of daily life can easily make someone lose track of their goals. Personally, I have struggled with this a lot. There are times when I feel weighed down, almost depressed, and my mind starts wandering away from the things I truly want to achieve.

One of my biggest sources of focus has always been sports. I grew up loving football and basketball, and I was lucky enough to play for my school teams. Even though I didn’t get the chance to pursue them professionally, I still play both within my local area today. Every time I step onto the pitch or the basketball court, my head feels clearer. The discipline, teamwork, and energy from the game remind me that I can push through challenges in other areas of life too.

![](https://images.ecency.com/DQmW3v3xKAWjuaCos4KU3jQc5oz3gTBnQrA6MW7AR562DAa/1755504031217.jpg)

Another thing that helps me reset is food. I genuinely love going to eateries that serve good meals. It might sound simple, but enjoying tasty food lifts my mood and takes me away from negative thoughts, makes me happy and think of brighter future ahead. It’s like therapy for me.

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I also value spending time with my colleagues during vacations. Seeing them succeed in their businesses motivates me to keep building mine. Their progress is proof that with focus and consistency, I can also achieve great things, but am lucky because I have good friends who are extremely doing fine in their area of business and that's the impact of positive people around me.

For me, staying focused is not about cutting off every distraction, you can't totally avoid it but you just have to deal with it in your own ways, and it’s about balancing life with the things that keep you strong sports, good food, positive company, and a clear vision.

To anyone new on Hive: staying consistent here is just like training for a sport. Keep showing up, engage with others, and don’t give up. Distractions will come, but if you hold on to what truly inspires you, focus becomes easier.

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@noemilunastorta · 2025-08-18T12:33:36+00:00

I totally agree social media really male us difficult to focus in something else and focusing on positive activities it's hard nowadays.

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