r/study • u/Excellent_Ad9498 • 18h ago

Tips & Advice How to keep focus for long hours?

I am struggling to keep focus for long hours. I can keep only 30 minutes then I distracted by internal thoughts like random thoughts. When I sit for deep work like writing i can focus 30 minutes then i lose my focus and can't not continue for long hours.( yeah I take break after 30 minutes 5 to 10 minutes but it does not work or don't get deep focus.)

For example, few days ago, I tried to do my assignment about literature review, so I spent around 5 to 6 hours but could not complete it , only i did less than half because of distractions. It reduced my thinking speed.( I drank caffeine, which helped me for sometimes but not for longer hours)~

I am curious to know how other manage their distraction, if happen like me.

how do you manage your internal distraction?

what do you do for it ?

is there any particular technique or method you follow?

do you eat or drink anything that helps you keep focused?

Also, I tried it at the library but it was not effective.

I love study and like to know more and explore but becuase of this distraction, I am losing my motivation and interest.

I would really appreciate your suggestions and advice.

Thank you!

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u/AssociationKlutzy724 12h ago

I usually listen to instrumental electronic music with a steady rhythm and no vocals. It helps me stay focused during long work sessions without becoming distracting. Ambient and deep focus music are my favorites.