Abstract
Focus does not seem to be that complex—that is, the comprehension of focus does not seem to be that complex. Anybody knows that focus itself determines the outcomes of many experiences, but what does deeply understanding focus have to do with using it? A certain individual thought the same thing prior to obtaining this understanding. She read the books, watched the TED Talks, and for the most part took the advice that was given to her—advice that promised improved focus and attention. Yet it seemed that nothing was happening. She still veered away from the task at hand each time her phone notified her of some reminder or message. She didn't understand how she was studying all of these qualities of focus and attention, yet the actions and results didn't show any of it. She later learned that in order to fully take back her focus, she would have to do more than only implement simple tasks and gain bits of information. She would have to make the effort to understand what was actually happening when she focused. She would have to take the time to understand the nature of her focus.
Recommended Citation
Martire, Alessandra, "Understanding the Perplexing Nature of Focus" (2025). Hare & Bell Writing Contest. 25.
https://scholarspace.jccc.edu/hare_bell/25
Comments
This essay by Alessandra Martire won Third Place in the Hare & Bell 2025 Writing Contest.