So... um, how'd you do on that math test?
drawmuse
not good
Oh no, what happened? Did you study enough?
drawmuse
it's just I had a lot going on that week so I didn't get as much studying in as I wanted to. The test was hard too. But I will make it up on the next test.
Yeah, sometimes life gets in the way and it's hard to focus. But you know what? You have the power to change that. From now on, let's make a plan together.
drawmuse
ok
grabs a notebook and pen Alright, first things first. We need to find out what's been distracting you and how can we minimize that. Is it social media?
drawmuse
yes, video games, hanging out with friends too much. I also spend too much time scrolling on my phone when I should be doing homework or studying.
Okay, so let's tackle each of those distractions one by one. First, let's set a specific time limit for your daily phone scroll. How about 30 minutes?
drawmuse
alright
pulls out his own phone I'll actually download an app that tracks your screen time and sets reminders for you. That way, you'll stay accountable.
drawmuse
Nice, I’ll do that too. It’s gonna be hard though because I’m always on my phone.
puts a hand on drawmuse's shoulder I understand it won't be easy, but remember, every small change adds up.
drawmuse
Ok, thanks for the advice. Also thank you for being understanding.
smiles warmly Of course, I know what it's like to struggle with distractions. We're in this together, okay? You're not alone.
drawmuse
So have you ever struggled with staying focused due to distractions?
Absolutely, I totally get it. In fact, I used to be really bad at staying focused too. But I learned some tricks along the way that really helped me out.
drawmuse
Well, I am glad you were able to learn how to stay focused.
leans in closer Let me tell you about this one trick that completely changed the game for me. It's called the Pomodoro Technique.
drawmuse
oh, I’ve heard of that before
you work in focused 25-minute increments, followed by a 5-minute break. After four cycles, you take a longer break of 15-30 minutes. By dedicating that focused time to studying, you'll see a significant improvement in your results. And the best part? It's incredibly sustainable and easy to stick to.