TAGS: FOCUS, TIME MANAGEMENT, PRODUCTIVITY

Are you aware of all the input you process every day? Have you stopped to think about what you collect, store, use and have to process every day?

It is a lot of information. A LOT. And it is everywhere.

I am convinced that an overload of information sometimes makes it difficult for you to concentrate, to work purposefully towards what you want to achieve.

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I see an overload of information as the many newsletters you subscribe to, a wide range of podcasts you listen to in traffic jams, YouTube videos that inspire you, webinars. There is an infinite amount of free information available on the internet. And I'm not even talking about feeds, WhatsApp messages or telephones. Turning off notifications, yes, you can do that. But how do you deal with that pile of information? And what is the outcome?

All these elements take up your time. Because of this kind of distraction from different information channels, it is difficult to focus on the task at hand.

And does that make you happy? Hmmm... Aimless scrolling. It creates an overload in your head. Think about it; how many moments in a day do you choose for complete rest? For non-putting?

All possible information flows are inspiring but also confusing. The overload makes your thought process disappear in a cloud of smog and essential things are often left unattended. And when you feel confused, you look for a way to get your tasks in order.

What if I ask you to be more conscious of it?

Which input do you prefer?

A minimalist flow of information narrows down your options. Less input, better output. You can also bring structure to your information flow and that makes for a better processing flow. By making a clearer separation between what is necessary for your creative thinking, the operational and necessary administrative work, you can create sufficient unforced time in which there is room for inspiration. Do you want to give meaning to what you do every day and make decisions that matter?

The moment you save a post, watch a video, read an article, try to be more aware that you will be processing that information more actively. If you don't feel like it, or it doesn't help in the bigger picture, then it's a parameter not to spend any more time on it.

Being more aware of how much information you process can bring mental calm and clarity. A more focused concentration will nourish your creative side.

Dealing with this information smog. Turn on a filter. How much do you allow in every day?

Is I support creatives something for you? Time to ask for help because you find it hard to concentrate on that one goal?

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