Clear Thinking 101

You want clear thinking?

Watch what’s going on in your head and resolve your mind’s irritations. It takes practice, but it’s worth it.

Sometimes a phone call bothers you all day, just below consciousness. Maybe you’re worried about an upcoming meeting. How do you find these things and fix them?

When you notice those stressors, do something to let them go. Take a deep breath, close your eyes, and listen to your mind. Make that phone call, or put it on your “to do” list, and your mind will let go of the concern for now.

If you bring a problem to your attention and tell yourself, “I can’t do anything until Friday,” you’ll stop the unconscious worrying.

If you tune into your mind regularly, you’ll find that it becomes easier to recognize what’s annoying you and draining your brain power.

Get rid of those things, and your brain becomes more clear.

More Tips For Clear Thinking

Clear your workspace. It’s rare that someone can work better in clutter. An organized home or office won’t have you wondering where things are.

1. Many of us suffer from sleep deprivation if we don’t get enough good sleep. The bare minimum for most people is somewhere around five hours. Despite that, research seems to indicate that it’s not just the quantity that matters, but the quality that counts.
   
2. If you meditate for even five minutes, you’ll feel better and think more clearly. Close your eyes, relax, and watch your breath. Your mind will wander endlessly, but just keep returning your attention to your breath.
   
3. Walk. The research will eventually show this is one of the best things you can do to improve your thinking. But don’t wait for the proof. Take a walk anyway.
   
4. Try to do math problems after eating sugary cake on an empty stomach. You’ll understand “brain fog” or “the sugar blues.”.
   
5. Nose breathing uses your diaphragm more, drawing more air into your bloodstream, which pumps more oxygen into your brain and body. Three deep breaths through your nose are like a mini meditation.
   
6. Nose breathing uses your diaphragm more, drawing more air into your bloodstream, which pumps more oxygen into your brain and body. Three deep breaths through your nose are like a mini meditation.
   
7. You might be able to come up with some creative ideas if you drink a beer or two, but in general, alcohol impedes your thinking.