Hey everyone,
Let’s talk about focus. Not the kind of focus that feels like a struggle, but the kind that flows naturally because you’re so deeply drawn to something.
I recently came across a discussion that completely shifted my perspective on this, and I want to share the learnings with you.
Your Mind Isn’t Fixed
So “Whatever your state of mind has been, from your childhood to now, need not be the state of your mind for the rest of your life.”
Think about that for a moment.
So many of us carry labels—ADHD, lack of focus, easily distracted—but what if those labels don’t define you?
What if the real issue isn’t your ability to focus, but what you’re focusing on?
Your mind is not set in stone. It’s flexible, adaptable, and capable of change.
The first step to improving your focus is realizing that you’re not stuck with the way things have always been.
Focus Isn’t About Force—It’s About Passion
Here’s the thing: focus isn’t about forcing yourself to pay attention.
It’s about finding something that sparks your passion.
The person sharing this story talked about how, as a child, they would sit for hours staring at a tiny speck on a page.
To others, it looked like they were doing nothing, but to them, that speck held an entire world. They weren’t distracted—they were hyper-focused.
The problem wasn’t their attention; it was that they weren’t interested in what others expected them to focus on. Sound familiar?
Labels Don’t Define You
We’re all different. Some of us struggle to focus because we haven’t found what truly excites us.
Others might focus too much on one thing and struggle to shift their attention.
But here’s the truth: there’s no universal standard for how much attention you “should” have.
The labels we give ourselves—like “attention deficiency”—are often just stories we’ve been told or tell ourselves.
Don’t let those labels define you. Instead, ask yourself: What am I truly passionate about?
Find What Excites You
When you’re deeply interested in something, attention comes naturally.
Think about it—when you’re in love, you don’t have to try to focus on that person, do you? They just invade your thoughts. It’s the same with anything that truly matters to you.
The challenge is that not everything in life comes with that kind of natural pull.
For the things that don’t, you need to develop intensity.
You need to decide that something is important to you.
When you shift your perspective and create a deeper connection to what you’re doing, focus follows.
Your Mind Is Limitless
And here’s the best part: your mind is incredibly flexible. It’s not set in stone.
You can change the way you think, the way you focus, and the way you approach life.
The easiest thing to change is the framework of your mind.
Your body might have limitations, but your mind? It’s limitless if you allow it to be.
Stop Labeling, Start Living
So, stop labeling yourself. Stop believing that you’re “bad at focusing” or that you’ll always be this way. Instead, ask yourself:
- What am I truly passionate about?
- What excites me?
- What do I want to pour my energy into?
When you find that, focus won’t be a struggle—it’ll be a gift.
Your Mind Is Not a Concrete Block
Remember, your mind is not a concrete block. It’s fluid, flexible, and capable of incredible things. Don’t let anyone—or any label—tell you otherwise.
What’s one thing you’re deeply passionate about? Let me know in the comments—I’d love to hear what grabs your attention and keeps you focused!