Strong emotions can diminish concentration. It can be quite difficult to focus on a required task when consumed with worry, sadness, anger, or excitement. Social concerns about what others are doing or thinking can also impact where attention is directed.
| Establishing a positive mindset can assist with focus | Examples: This will be a new adventure, I’m excited to learn, I will grow from this challenge, This will lead to something better |
| Do S.A.E.F. - Shoulders down, Abdomen in, Exhale, Focus | |
| Try EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) tapping on pressure points (top of the head, under the eye) to reduce stress | About EFT How to do EFT video |
| Write about bothersome thoughts to help set them aside in order to focus on the task at hand | |
| Create a plan of action to help control the situation that is provoking strong emotions |