How to prevent distractions and focus on demand

October 9, 2016, 5:56 AM ·

What is Focus.

We often use the words concentration and focus interchangeably. There is, however, a difference: concentration is letting go of the unnecessary.

Imagine concentration as a beautiful silvery cloud pervading your entire body; and the distracting thoughts as little black clouds that invade and disturb the serenity of the big silvery one.

But… this cloud cannot do anything on its own, it just floats. If you want to get going, you now need to give a clear cue or command.
You run to catch a bus (or to get fit). When you run you have a very clear goal in mind. The more urgent the goal, the faster you will run – depending on your fitness level ;-)

So, concentrating while practicing and performing allows you to have the right state of mind, a clean, fresh slate. Free from distractions and the unnecessary.

Now you need to channel that silvery cloud into a beam of light shining only on… what makes you play better.

Focus is choosing where to direct your attention.

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