Like anything else, your focus is something that can grow and maintain. Each day you have to train yourself to develop this element. Take every opportunity to cultivate your attention. At a time when our attention is often drawn to all our electronic communication objects, it is even more important to retrieve this faculty that we seem to gradually lose.
For example, in a room full of people who speak them, try to focus on one voice.
In class, try to concentrate on what the teacher said, his voice insulation of all ambient noise and distractions.
Practice with your cell open and try to stay focused despite signals that indicate that you have received an email, a text message or a call. Try the same thing with a book or watching television.
When practicing your instrument, focus on one part of your body and pay attention to sensations, tension, gestures… Do the same if you practice a physical activity such as running, swimming, etc.
Focus on a word, an idea, an image and try to keep your attention directed toward them. Visualize your goals.
In short, be creative and do you find objects or ideas to which your attention to work your focus. Make sure nice not jeopardize your personal safety while doing this exercise in an inappropriate place.
Have you managed to read this without being distracted?
© Jean-François Desrosby (D.Mus.) 2019
Biomechanics and performance psychology for musicians and guitarists 