The Power of Focus.

10 lessons from the book "The Power of Focus" by Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen.

  1. Focus on your goals. What do you want to achieve in life? Once you know what you want, you can 

      start to focus your energy on achieving it.

  2. Eliminate distractions. This means turning off your phone, closing your email and finding a quiet

      place to work. It also means removing any other distractions from your environment, such as clutter

      or noise.

  3. Set priorities. Not all tasks are created equal. Some tasks are more important and urgent than                  others. It is important to set priorities so that you are working on the most important tasks first.

  4. Break down large tasks into smaller ones. Large tasks can be daunting and overwhelming. 

      Breaking them down into smaller, more manageable tasks make them seem less daunting and more        achievable.

  5. Take breaks. It is important to take breaks throughout the day to avoid burnout. Get up and move 

      around or take a few minutes to relax and clear your head.

  6. Delegate tasks. If you have the ability to delegate tasks, do it! This will free up your time so that            you focus on the most important tasks. 

  7. Say no. It is okay to say no to requests, especially if you are already feeling overwhelmed. Learning

      to say no will help you to protect your time and focus on your priorities.

  8. Reward yourself. When you achieve a goal, reward yourself! This will help you to stay motivated

      and focused on your next goal.

  9. Visualise your success. Take some time each day to visualise yourself achieving your goals. This 

      will help you to stay focused and motivated.

10. Never give up. There will be times when you feel like giving up. But it is important to persevere.

      Keep your focus on your goals and never give up on your dreams.

My take

Stay focused on the task at hand and achieve your dreams.

Tailpiece.

Got up at a 10' to 6, the chores and was ready by a quarter to 10.

The maid was at work.

Had taken our Chevy to the Rajah Petrol pump for topping up with fuel and checking tyre pressure. On my return, Lekha had gone across to the Rani Menon clinic to collect our spectacles and to collect our dues from the ration stand.

A quiet evening.