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Sunday Insider – Edition #90
The Daily Habit For Doers
Seth Thomas
March 02, 2025
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Where focus goes, energy flows.
This week’s Sunday Insider zeroes in on one powerful theme: harnessing focused attention. Whether you’re juggling multiple responsibilities or feeling pulled in every direction, the key to breakthrough progress often lies in channeling your mental energy. Staying intentional about where your focus lands can transform daily tasks into stepping stones for long-term success.
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Here are three finds that deepen our understanding of focus and productivity:
Listen: Master Focus with ‘Focus on This’ Podcast
Created by the Full Focus team, “Focus on This” explores practical strategies to eliminate distractions and amplify productivity. Each episode breaks down habits and routines that help you guard your attention without sacrificing creativity.
The latest episode reflects on getting off your device and back into REAL LIFE!
In this Harvard Business Review article, you’ll learn how urgent tasks often overshadow the ones that truly matter to your long-term goals. It offers practical ways to prioritize effectively and keep your day-to-day actions aligned with your deeper commitments.
Watch: Ali Abdaal’s Practical Strategies for Deep Focus to achieve your Goals
If you feel like distractions are holding you back, this video unpacks simple shifts to help you cut through the noise. Write down your goals, reference them weekly, monitor your progress and stay on task! Simple right? We found his practical advice and application very informative - check it out for yourself.
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As you navigate the upcoming week, remember that directing your attention with purpose often leads to the greatest breakthroughs. By minimizing distractions and setting clear intentions, you’ll find your energy naturally aligning with your goals. Here’s to a week of deep, meaningful progress!
Cheering you on!
Book of the Week
 | Focus on Small Changes: Atomic Habits emphasizes the power of small, consistent improvements over time, making it a practical and achievable approach to personal growth. Actionable Advice: The book provides actionable strategies and insights into habit formation, helping understand the science behind habits and how to implement them effectively. |
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