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F - Familiar: Create a routine/ritual to increase focus through repeated familiar experiences. O - Objectives: Set clear and specific goals for the focus session to avoid multitasking and increase efficiency. (What, when, where, how long) C - Capture: Write down internal distractions to keep the mind clear and focused. U - Urgency: Use urgency as motivation to focus by creating consequences/working w/ a timer. S - System: Establish a system of accountability, regularly use the Focus checklist to condition the brain into a state of deep focus
thank you for the summary however the s stands for the surroundings so the modification will be: F - Familiar: Create a routine/ritual to increase focus through repeated familiar experiences. O - Objectives: Set clear and specific goals for the focus session to avoid multitasking and increase efficiency. (What, when, where, how long) C - Capture: Write down internal distractions to keep the mind clear and focused. U - Urgency: Use urgency as motivation to focus by creating consequences/working w/ a timer. S -Surroundings: make sure that your enviroment is free from distractions(phone, games) and don't forget to prepare everything that you are going to use while studying(water, food, books, pens) (i just copied your list to modify it)
Short Summary: The average mind wanders 47% of the time, but with the ability to train yourself to shift into a state of deep focus, you can get more done in an hour than most people can do in an entire day. To help with this, the authors have come up with an acronym to better remember and apply a checklist, which is called "FOCUS." The idea is to always use this checklist whenever you want to focus, and over time, you condition yourself to draw a subconscious connection between the checklist and being in a state of deep focus. The FOCUS acronym stands for Familiarity, Objectives, Capture, Urgency, and Surroundings. Familiarity involves creating a routine or ritual that conditions your brain, such as listening to the same pump-up song or running through the same Focus checklist. Objectives mean having a clearly defined objective on what you're going to be doing before trying to get focused, so you know exactly what you're going to be doing and for how long. Capture is how to deal with internal distractions, such as capturing distracting thoughts on a distraction sheet or a digital note. Urgency involves creating a sense of urgency to grab your attention, such as making a deal with someone to pay them a certain amount of money if you don't finish your homework. Finally, Surroundings involve optimizing your environment to help you focus, such as minimizing distractions, setting up your workspace for success, and creating a physical and mental boundary to protect your focus. It's important to note that this method won't work if you're too sleepy, exhausted, sick, hungry, or in any other physiological condition. Focus mode is purely a mental skill, so it doesn't fix your physical problems.
I started watching this channel since the start of 2023, looking for tips/advices when it comes to college. I'm glad I did, and I actually wish I did sooner. Thanks for the content man!
Working hard for something you don't care about is called "stress". Working hard for something we love is called "passion''. I hope that anyone who reads this post will be successful in life. 👍🧡
I get your point and appreciate the wishes! Want to clarify that you can be very stressed for something you’re really passionate about. Bosses, work environments and toxic cultures, unjust working load, etc. So don’t give up on passion due to external reasons, nor feel guilty when you have bad day(s) at it!
Sometimes, I catch myself reading the same sentence over and over again, because I am not concentrated, and can't remember it. If something like that or brain fog happens, just sit back, close your eyes and relax for a minute. This reboots your focus.
Quick summary! The video is about a focus checklist called "FOCUS" that helps individuals improve their productivity and focus. The acronym stands for Familiar, Objectives, Capture, Uninterrupted, and Sensory Environment. Familiar refers to having a routine or ritual to start focusing, Objectives refer to having clear and defined goals for the focus session, Capture refers to eliminating both external and internal distractions, Uninterrupted refers to having uninterrupted focus time, and Sensory Environment refers to having a suitable environment for focus. The checklist is designed to be used repeatedly to help train the brain into a state of deep focus.
That demo was the best part. It was v useful to see how it's done in actual practice even though there was a pretty clear rough idea. Still seeing the demo made things even more clear.
Cant tell you how grateful I am feeling sir as this video helped me to get out of a spiral loop of internal anxiety / day dreamy / residue attention....🙏 I could not describe where I was going wrong , Thank You and hoping to see more of thess amazing videos 💕
Summary (ChatGPT): This video is about a 2-minute habit that can help someone enter a state of deep focus. The habit is called the Focus Formula and consists of four steps: familiar, objectives, capture, and urgency. The idea is to use this checklist whenever someone wants to focus, and over time, they condition themselves to draw a subconscious connection between the checklist and being in a state of deep focus. The video emphasizes that this method won't work if someone is too sleepy, exhausted, sick, hungry, or in any other physiological condition. The video provides tips on how to apply each step of the Focus Formula, such as having clearly defined objectives, capturing distracting thoughts, and creating urgency by using time pressure or accountability. Finally, the video notes that familiarity can be physical or mental and can range from using the same study blanket every time to running through the same Focus checklist and treating it as a ritual to help achieve neuroplasticity.
Don't forget to eliminate any possible distractions and also consider preparing all the things you need for your study session, so you won't have to risk losing your state of flow by moving here and there; example, water bottle, stationary, headphones, books and snacks.
I’m almost 40, dual-trained doctor in general practice and emergency medicine. You are changing my life and helping me to save the lives of patients. I will find ways to repay you.
This video is just the best. Ive read many books about this like deep work and other articles and daily letters. This includes everything. Since ive started using this techique i have litteraly 2x my perfromance!
BROOOOO! Time pressure was the exact tool I needed insight on because so often I write multiple tasks a day with an estimated time to complete each not knowing exactly how to balance them out. This part was massively useful. Thanks!
I have 2 stages 1. Focused and trying to work- end up getting super sleepy as if I'd faint 2. Awake and ready to work- hampered by overthinking into the future. What should I do
I usually get internal distraction. There are many thoughts in my head when I am working or studying. Recently, I use Pomodoro, I set 25 minutes and break 5m. I realize that many thoughts appear. I can't focus on my lesson. I haven't found out what method or ways to solve it. I think that your suggestion about Capture made us distract haven't tell or solve the deep or original of problems about internal distraction. However, I am so grateful for your video. Thank you.
Can you believe it if I told you that still, after 4 years into university I still cannot grasp a better approach to learning? This looks fundamental. Thanks Cajun Academy! Just a question, can you link any related videos for medical undergrads specifically targeting efficient learning please? I'm new to all of this and I want to survive MBBS5 this year. Thanks again x
I saw this video, and thought about the need to focus on what I was doing. Instead of immediately getting back to work, I watched the 2-mins focus formula for 9 minutes.
The examples are so helpful at the end of the videos. do keep this idea because it does gives us a insight of the effectiveness. very helpful. thumbs up :)
I am genuinely saying that i don't really believe these kind of videos but i tried this for 90 mins and damn that's was intense focus session like my fav was the capture part it really cancelled my inner distractions or thoughts for time being and it's actually worth the likes but still underrated
I also do 50 mins of focus and 10 min break mainly because it was like being in class, so it helped me focus better. I have been using this method since before high school (almost 25 years ago 😳) and still use this it at work. I have a little notebook that serves as my distraction notes.
You should make a video on making our life like a ritual or a proper time table and you are mainly telling that focus can be made by timer , regularity, pattern and schedule.
Yeees, good video i agree To enhance focus during deep work, it's important to set up a distraction-free environment. This means keeping your smartphone and any other potential distractions out of sight and out of reach. You might also consider finding a quiet space where you can work without interruptions. Before diving into your work, it can be helpful to make a checklist of any items you might need nearby. This could include a water bottle to stay hydrated, a pair of reading glasses or oculos, or a pencil for note-taking. By having everything you need within reach, you can minimize the risk of interruptions and stay in the flow of your work for longer periods of time.
when i was a student i only used urgency. i would wait until the night before as long as i knew i could finish in time. i usually completed it faster and still had the objective fresh on my mind for the next day.
Doing or atleast attempting to do deep work, or laser focus on a specific task, specially more cognitive tasks is extremely hard during ramadan. But, we still have to do it! Discipline and determination is so important 😭
And I like the video type you make which is that we think those things again and again but can not do, the problem is that clearly that you tell good ideas but to move it in effect is tough and you should make video about how friends and family work together to distract us students and in that how to impleament it in situations of great pressure and distractions.
A better approach would be to combine pomodoro with self assigned deadlines for small chunks of tasks. Just using plain pomodoro never worked. Task completion is a better motivator.
Amazing video! I have a question, what do we do if we program like an hour to do something but we didn’t achieve to accomplish it before that time? Do we keep working until we finish or do we set up another timer or what? Thx!
I think the problem for me is surroundings that I can't really remove. The main thing is when I am on the computer, I get pinged on Discord or I just get distracted by it anyway. And It's stupid to delete Discord for 30 minutes just to reinstall.
**Can't be tired**.... **5 tests one week has entered the chat*. *18 theorems, 18 proofs, 8 definitions, 3 chapters of different math problems each containing around 18 different problem for a normal test that's every other week and you only have the weekend to study for because there are 3 different assignments and 3 different test due next week, and around 3 tests the week before has entered the chat...**
I've noticed that I somehow focus better with a timer. I keep it at 25 minutes as one chapter usually needs 30-40 min. So when I don't finish with the time, i'm already at the ends of the chapter so I'm like "screw it i'm gonna finish" and just...complete it.
Okay so my problem is that I sit to study, for example maths, I solve and solve and then get stuck at a problem. Now to look up it's answer I pick up my phone, get distracted and do everything except looking for the answer!
hey, what are the things that u are doing while having a break? Is this the time where u check your messages etc or do u just clear your mind without distraction?
great video! I have a question tho. What happens if you don't manage to respect the given time (which is 1 hour in your example)? Should I prolong the task?
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F - Familiar: Create a routine/ritual to increase focus through repeated familiar experiences.
O - Objectives: Set clear and specific goals for the focus session to avoid multitasking and increase efficiency. (What, when, where, how long)
C - Capture: Write down internal distractions to keep the mind clear and focused.
U - Urgency: Use urgency as motivation to focus by creating consequences/working w/ a timer.
S - System: Establish a system of accountability, regularly use the Focus checklist to condition the brain into a state of deep focus
thank you for the summary however the s stands for the surroundings so the modification will be:
F - Familiar: Create a routine/ritual to increase focus through repeated familiar experiences.
O - Objectives: Set clear and specific goals for the focus session to avoid multitasking and increase efficiency. (What, when, where, how long)
C - Capture: Write down internal distractions to keep the mind clear and focused.
U - Urgency: Use urgency as motivation to focus by creating consequences/working w/ a timer.
S -Surroundings: make sure that your enviroment is free from distractions(phone, games) and don't forget to prepare everything that you are going to use while studying(water, food, books, pens)
(i just copied your list to modify it)
F O C U S S
Short Summary:
The average mind wanders 47% of the time, but with the ability to train yourself to shift into a state of deep focus, you can get more done in an hour than most people can do in an entire day. To help with this, the authors have come up with an acronym to better remember and apply a checklist, which is called "FOCUS." The idea is to always use this checklist whenever you want to focus, and over time, you condition yourself to draw a subconscious connection between the checklist and being in a state of deep focus.
The FOCUS acronym stands for Familiarity, Objectives, Capture, Urgency, and Surroundings. Familiarity involves creating a routine or ritual that conditions your brain, such as listening to the same pump-up song or running through the same Focus checklist. Objectives mean having a clearly defined objective on what you're going to be doing before trying to get focused, so you know exactly what you're going to be doing and for how long. Capture is how to deal with internal distractions, such as capturing distracting thoughts on a distraction sheet or a digital note. Urgency involves creating a sense of urgency to grab your attention, such as making a deal with someone to pay them a certain amount of money if you don't finish your homework. Finally, Surroundings involve optimizing your environment to help you focus, such as minimizing distractions, setting up your workspace for success, and creating a physical and mental boundary to protect your focus. It's important to note that this method won't work if you're too sleepy, exhausted, sick, hungry, or in any other physiological condition. Focus mode is purely a mental skill, so it doesn't fix your physical problems.
@@abdullahsharnoubi5764 Oh dang you're right, my bad XD
@@DaveRider719 This summary deserves more likes!
I started watching this channel since the start of 2023, looking for tips/advices when it comes to college. I'm glad I did, and I actually wish I did sooner. Thanks for the content man!
Watch hamza too . He is also a great youtuber
TELL ME YOUR PROGRESS! It’s 2024 after all!
Working hard for something you don't care about is called "stress". Working hard for something we love is called "passion''. I hope that anyone who reads this post will be successful in life. 👍🧡
Words of wisdom. Totally agree.
@@sorol79 Thank you. :)
i hate what im studying but i have to yes
I get your point and appreciate the wishes! Want to clarify that you can be very stressed for something you’re really passionate about. Bosses, work environments and toxic cultures, unjust working load, etc. So don’t give up on passion due to external reasons, nor feel guilty when you have bad day(s) at it!
@@joshsigned2500 yeaaa les goooooo
Sometimes, I catch myself reading the same sentence over and over again, because I am not concentrated, and can't remember it.
If something like that or brain fog happens, just sit back, close your eyes and relax for a minute. This reboots your focus.
Thank you for sharing! 👍
I tried this earlier and now I'm rushing to go to work. Thanks!
@@SFSwerve np
I still think he can read my mind!
Every single video gets uploaded exactly when i need it
Thanks for the content 🥺
It really helps us🥺
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It's because TH-cam Algorithm, mate.
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Quick summary!
The video is about a focus checklist called "FOCUS" that helps individuals improve their productivity and focus. The acronym stands for Familiar, Objectives, Capture, Uninterrupted, and Sensory Environment. Familiar refers to having a routine or ritual to start focusing, Objectives refer to having clear and defined goals for the focus session, Capture refers to eliminating both external and internal distractions, Uninterrupted refers to having uninterrupted focus time, and Sensory Environment refers to having a suitable environment for focus. The checklist is designed to be used repeatedly to help train the brain into a state of deep focus.
Thanks for fyi
thanks!
wait i thought U was for urgency
U = urgency, not uninterrupted
Extremely helpful appreciate it
That demo was the best part. It was v useful to see how it's done in actual practice even though there was a pretty clear rough idea. Still seeing the demo made things even more clear.
the demo was actually really helpful i hope you can make such demos for every similiar type of videos
You guy always post the perfect videos in the perfect times.
Wow, this sums everything up so nicely! Also, I noticed that i do some of these things subconsciously, and it really works!
Cant tell you how grateful I am feeling sir as this video helped me to get out of a spiral loop of internal anxiety / day dreamy / residue attention....🙏 I could not describe where I was going wrong , Thank You and hoping to see more of thess amazing videos
💕
Summary (ChatGPT): This video is about a 2-minute habit that can help someone enter a state of deep focus.
The habit is called the Focus Formula and consists of four steps: familiar, objectives, capture, and urgency.
The idea is to use this checklist whenever someone wants to focus, and over time, they condition themselves to draw a subconscious connection between the checklist and being in a state of deep focus. The video emphasizes that this method won't work if someone is too sleepy, exhausted, sick, hungry, or in any other physiological condition. The video provides tips on how to apply each step of the Focus Formula, such as having clearly defined objectives, capturing distracting thoughts, and creating urgency by using time pressure or accountability. Finally, the video notes that familiarity can be physical or mental and can range from using the same study blanket every time to running through the same Focus checklist and treating it as a ritual to help achieve neuroplasticity.
Don't forget to eliminate any possible distractions and also consider preparing all the things you need for your study session, so you won't have to risk losing your state of flow by moving here and there; example, water bottle, stationary, headphones, books and snacks.
I showed this channel to my sister after I found it being very helpful, now I see her watching your videos during her break 😆
I’m almost 40, dual-trained doctor in general practice and emergency medicine. You are changing my life and helping me to save the lives of patients. I will find ways to repay you.
This video is just the best. Ive read many books about this like deep work and other articles and daily letters. This includes everything. Since ive started using this techique i have litteraly 2x my perfromance!
BROOOOO! Time pressure was the exact tool I needed insight on because so often I write multiple tasks a day with an estimated time to complete each not knowing exactly how to balance them out. This part was massively useful. Thanks!
The last segment of the video was an excellent way to describe the topic. Keep doing the immaculate work of giving examples to the context. 👍
Really appreciate the demonstration at the end.
Literally the best channel love u guys thank-you fir your effort !❤
I have 2 stages
1. Focused and trying to work- end up getting super sleepy as if I'd faint
2. Awake and ready to work- hampered by overthinking into the future.
What should I do
I usually get internal distraction. There are many thoughts in my head when I am working or studying.
Recently, I use Pomodoro, I set 25 minutes and break 5m. I realize that many thoughts appear.
I can't focus on my lesson.
I haven't found out what method or ways to solve it.
I think that your suggestion about Capture made us distract haven't tell or solve the deep or original of problems about internal distraction.
However, I am so grateful for your video.
Thank you.
thanks man. this is great. you're great. keep up the awesome work.
You are the man! This is beyond useful! Thank you so much!
Can you believe it if I told you that still, after 4 years into university I still cannot grasp a better approach to learning? This looks fundamental. Thanks Cajun Academy! Just a question, can you link any related videos for medical undergrads specifically targeting efficient learning please? I'm new to all of this and I want to survive MBBS5 this year. Thanks again x
Thanks appreciate a lending hand x
I saw this video, and thought about the need to focus on what I was doing. Instead of immediately getting back to work, I watched the 2-mins focus formula for 9 minutes.
Awesome video w practical techniques. Thanks!
Thank you so much for this....I really needed it
You 2 brothers should create your own school for teaching people how to learn
Thanks so much this is amazing content 😊
Bruh, this is literary it
Great video, you know is good when you can recall from memory after finishing the video for notes
🔥🔥 Can you recall the concepts here? 👀
The examples are so helpful at the end of the videos. do keep this idea because it does gives us a insight of the effectiveness. very helpful. thumbs up :)
Thanks 😊. Really needed this
You’re creating NEW stuff
That’s what makes you amazing ❤
Love the effort put in making this video. I'll make sure to practice this module !
bro ur music is insanely relaxing
1:02 the focus acronym is really good method
absolutly loving this!
Thank you so much bro
FOCUS is key
WHAT A VID, MAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Me getting distracted by watching this video : “yes, but actually no.”
I am genuinely saying that i don't really believe these kind of videos but i tried this for 90 mins and damn that's was intense focus session like my fav was the capture part it really cancelled my inner distractions or thoughts for time being and it's actually worth the likes but still underrated
I also do 50 mins of focus and 10 min break mainly because it was like being in class, so it helped me focus better. I have been using this method since before high school (almost 25 years ago 😳) and still use this it at work. I have a little notebook that serves as my distraction notes.
oh my god! thank you so much for making such informative videos! you're helping a lot! I am very grateful to you! really, I am not even kidding..
Good stuff as always bros. Can you do a video on how to quickly access the diffuse state so I can switch at will and be Superman
The timing of this video is just perfect 🙂
You should make a video on making our life like a ritual or a proper time table and you are mainly telling that focus can be made by timer , regularity, pattern and schedule.
i found it super helpful for people who suffer from procrastination
7:02
THIS
THIS IS VERY USEFUL
Yeees, good video i agree
To enhance focus during deep work, it's important to set up a distraction-free environment. This means keeping your smartphone and any other potential distractions out of sight and out of reach. You might also consider finding a quiet space where you can work without interruptions.
Before diving into your work, it can be helpful to make a checklist of any items you might need nearby. This could include a water bottle to stay hydrated, a pair of reading glasses or oculos, or a pencil for note-taking. By having everything you need within reach, you can minimize the risk of interruptions and stay in the flow of your work for longer periods of time.
i am a very big fan of this video.amazing.just amazing
That was great thank you man
I watched your videos previously but I subscribe today🎊🎉
Very useful! Thanks😊
Omg this calendar looks so cool, is it in your website guys? 😳
Thanks a lot
I think it will help me a lot
I will try it ☺️☺️☺️
I just wish i had found this channel way sooner , before i finished my college
Interesting video style thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Nice thinking bro
when i was a student i only used urgency. i would wait until the night before as long as i knew i could finish in time. i usually completed it faster and still had the objective fresh on my mind for the next day.
This is one thing i am struggling most of the time.😊
Ohhhhh I needed this .
Doing or atleast attempting to do deep work, or laser focus on a specific task, specially more cognitive tasks is extremely hard during ramadan. But, we still have to do it! Discipline and determination is so important 😭
Thanks alot man
Thank you so much 🙂
And I like the video type you make which is that we think those things again and again but can not do, the problem is that clearly that you tell good ideas but to move it in effect is tough and you should make video about how friends and family work together to distract us students and in that how to impleament it in situations of great pressure and distractions.
I was with 1st and 2nd, that means YAY! Let go for mistakes
what app do you use for the calendar? or just organizing in general?
Click for the thumbnail, stay for the content
I'm so glad I came across your channel thank you for making learning and productivity so interesting ! 😊😊❤️
Nice informative video bro👍🏻🙌
A better approach would be to combine pomodoro with self assigned deadlines for small chunks of tasks. Just using plain pomodoro never worked. Task completion is a better motivator.
F amiliar
O bjectives
C apture
U rgency
S urroundings
Can you guys make a video on how to absorb lectures mentally?
This is exactly what I need for my finals
Thank you for this nice video
plz make a video on how to do self reflection of studying skills like which one is really improving us and which one is not??
Bro focused so hard like became a anime character from a human being...
Make sure the objectives are realistic! Out of reach objectives may be tough to follow through with.
Amazing video! I have a question, what do we do if we program like an hour to do something but we didn’t achieve to accomplish it before that time? Do we keep working until we finish or do we set up another timer or what?
Thx!
He: This method won't work if you're SLEEPY, EXHAUSTED, SICK, HUNGRY
-Literally ME everyday
I think the problem for me is surroundings that I can't really remove. The main thing is when I am on the computer, I get pinged on Discord or I just get distracted by it anyway. And It's stupid to delete Discord for 30 minutes just to reinstall.
Thank you.
That floating pomodoro timer at 5:15 is neat! Where did y'all get that?
Thank you 🥹
Checklist only effective if you aren’t sleepy, exhausted, sick or hungry. Feel like we are always at least suffering from 1 of 4 thing, no?
I just realized there’s two of you I thought you were just trying out new hairstyles every video 😂
the focus band killed me 😂
**Can't be tired**....
**5 tests one week has entered the chat*. *18 theorems, 18 proofs, 8 definitions, 3 chapters of different math problems each containing around 18 different problem for a normal test that's every other week and you only have the weekend to study for because there are 3 different assignments and 3 different test due next week, and around 3 tests the week before has entered the chat...**
2:10
The music❤
Actually ritual can be followed to be an expert and to train our selves
7:39
It hit haard!!
I've noticed that I somehow focus better with a timer. I keep it at 25 minutes as one chapter usually needs 30-40 min. So when I don't finish with the time, i'm already at the ends of the chapter so I'm like "screw it i'm gonna finish" and just...complete it.
Am i the only one amazed by that timer that he uses in 5:15 ?
I must do this in just one week and see if it works
Okay so my problem is that I sit to study, for example maths, I solve and solve and then get stuck at a problem. Now to look up it's answer I pick up my phone, get distracted and do everything except looking for the answer!
hey, what are the things that u are doing while having a break? Is this the time where u check your messages etc or do u just clear your mind without distraction?
great video! I have a question tho. What happens if you don't manage to respect the given time (which is 1 hour in your example)? Should I prolong the task?
focus mode demo
6:52
📌Do what everybody else is doing if you are okay with only having what everybody else has.Information that will pay you everyday, you've got to stop saving all your money.
Venture into investing some, if you really want financial stability.
Choose to grow and elevate your mind by studying audios, videos, attending conferences that will give you the edge!
Can You pls make A video on how to study in TH-cam without wasting Time on watch 3hr lectures To 6 hr.