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Originally Posted by MercuryLime  I know some people claim that daydreaming has benefits.. But in my case, I have enough stuff to do WITHOUT daydreaming.
In my own experience, daydreaming is NEVER worth it. I think I have a bit of ADD.. But I want to fight and win this battle without any medication (I think it's very possible)
I find myself daydreaming: - during school classes - even though I'd rather learn
- at night - even though I'd rather sleep
- while I'm listening to personal development audio programs - even though I'd rather pay attention to the words
I have fought this long and hard, but without much progress. I'll keep working on it, but if anyone has figured out a better way to stop daydreaming, please let me know.
My current solution is a ZERO-TOLERANCE policy - every time I catch myself daydreaming, I immediately stop (I write it down if I was thinking about anything of value). I need to enforce this more strictly.
I also found that, for instance, if I tell myself to listen and pay attention EVERY TIME I'm wearing headphones (no exceptions), that helps me focus more automatically.
Has anyone else succeeded in this area? |
I think you are on the right track by searching and asking questions. I am pushing 50 and have worked very,very hard over the years to deal with inattention problems. FuturePast made a good post to your question. It is a real eye opener when you study ADD and find the symptoms in yourself and others around you. Most people with ADD symptoms will try to self medicate by using cigarettes,alcohol,drugs,gambling,overeating,affai rs etc. At your young age you are very wise to look into this to save yourself allot of trouble in the future. You already have huge success in that you understand that you have a problem and don't just shuck it off. At a young age my life was a mixed up zoo until I took the Bible serious and got into weightlifting. You will be able to concentrate better through exercise and a clear conscience. I did try retalin to help me concentrate better but decided caffiene does just as good a job and is allot cheaper. I drink a quart of green tea (double bags) upon arising in the morning,spend some quiet time with the Lord, and exercise.Make a To Do list and then follow it!!! My mind really wonders if I do not stay hydrated. Drink lots of water.Chewing gum helps.Get adequate sleep.Always ask yourself the question: What Next? We will always struggle with this inattention problem and you will need to work on it everyday but you can be very successfull if you use your creative mind along with your healthy dose of self dicipline. Last but not least find a job in a field that you are very passionate about.
God Bless