Distractions- Psychology

What is distraction?

• Distraction is the method of improving productivity.
• Distraction is the act of enhancing concentration.
• Distraction is the process of focusing intensely on a task.
• Distraction is the process of diverting the attention of an individual or group from a desired area of focus onto the source of distraction or something else.

The reason why you don't play well is ____________.

• lack of interest
• you lose your focus

• lack of sleep
• lack of talent

When you lose your focus, it is only a distraction if ____________.

• you let it be

• you share it with others to help them focus better
• you ignore it completely and continue as if nothing happened
• you embrace it and let it guide your actions

You cannot control what happens around you, but you can _________.

• predict the future
• change the past
• control how you react or respond
• control the weather

What are reasons why you should control distractions?

• Increases distractions
• maintain your essential focus

• quickly regain your focus to the in case you become distracted

• perform consistently at your desired level

• stick to your plan and get adequate rest

What are the two types of distraction?

• Outside distractions and inside distractions
• Outer distractions and inner distractions
• Physical distractions and mental distractions
• External distractions and internal distractions

Internal Distractions:

Internal distractions are ________.

• distractions that are your thoughts

• distractions that are easy to ignore
• distractions that come from outside sources
• distractions that enhance focus

Internal Distractions:

Thinking while _________.

• talking

• meditating
• focusing
• daydreaming

Internal Distractions:

What happened to Rebecca?

• She moved to a different country
• She won the lottery
• She became a famous actress
• Her mind drifted, which caused her to lose focus.

Internal distractions:

Thinking about______.

• daydreaming
• what other people expect of you

• winning

• losing