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Ultimate Focus: The Art of Mastering Concentration
This is How You Get Rid of Procrastination Once and For All
Does it drive you crazy how quickly time seems to disappear? One minute you’re flowing through your workload and then all of a sudden, 20 minutes later, you catch yourself scrolling on Instagram.
Today’s world is one of constant hyperactivity, new information, and yes - distraction.
With all the news and social media applications constantly buzzing in your ear it’s no wonder that you can’t get anything done.
Did you know that the average human being has an attention span of only 8 seconds? A significant drop from the previous 12 seconds in the year 2000. The world is becoming more and more distracting.
In many ways, this isn’t necessarily your fault. Your brain is hardwired for distraction in order to stay alive, remnants of the need to know when something might randomly choose to attack you. Nowadays, however, this biology only leads to procrastination and although it might not be entirely your fault, the time lost is still valuable and it is only you who suffers as a result.
But what if I told you that with 12 simple and practical steps you can regain control of your brain, your environment, and your self-satisfaction.
In Ultimate Focus: The Art of Mastering Concentration, you’ll discover:
1. How to raise your IQ with scientifically proven real-life games and exercises
2. A groundbreaking look into the new-age understanding of neuroplasticity and how this will help to empower you
3. Real-life exercises to help replace your limiting beliefs
4. How you can shift your daily habits into ones that mindlessly generate success
5. Why technology is actually your greatest tool
6. Tips and tricks for minimalism in your workplace and how it will fuel productivity
7. The #1 way to clear brain fog that is slowing you down
8. How “pleasure fasting” will set you free
… and so much more.
You’d be surprised at how much time gets lost in a day. You might be thinking, “ya whatever a couple of minutes lost here and there is no big deal.” But have you ever thought about how quickly these small chunks of time add up?
Two minutes here, 10 minutes there, an extra 20 minutes spent at lunch and before you know it a sum of more than 2 hours a day has been wasted. What could you do with two hours? Go to the gym maybe, write a blog post for your website, or even study a new trade - the list is truly endless.
The science of concentration has never before been understood is such a unique, invigorating, and profound fashion. Now with just minutes a day, you can begin to take back control of your time and achieve new and heightened levels of ultimate success.
So, if you’re ready to step forward into the most productive life humanly possible, then scroll up and click the “Get a copy” button.
Does it drive you crazy how quickly time seems to disappear? One minute you’re flowing through your workload and then all of a sudden, 20 minutes later, you catch yourself scrolling on Instagram.
Today’s world is one of constant hyperactivity, new information, and yes - distraction.
With all the news and social media applications constantly buzzing in your ear it’s no wonder that you can’t get anything done.
Did you know that the average human being has an attention span of only 8 seconds? A significant drop from the previous 12 seconds in the year 2000. The world is becoming more and more distracting.
In many ways, this isn’t necessarily your fault. Your brain is hardwired for distraction in order to stay alive, remnants of the need to know when something might randomly choose to attack you. Nowadays, however, this biology only leads to procrastination and although it might not be entirely your fault, the time lost is still valuable and it is only you who suffers as a result.
But what if I told you that with 12 simple and practical steps you can regain control of your brain, your environment, and your self-satisfaction.
In Ultimate Focus: The Art of Mastering Concentration, you’ll discover:
1. How to raise your IQ with scientifically proven real-life games and exercises
2. A groundbreaking look into the new-age understanding of neuroplasticity and how this will help to empower you
3. Real-life exercises to help replace your limiting beliefs
4. How you can shift your daily habits into ones that mindlessly generate success
5. Why technology is actually your greatest tool
6. Tips and tricks for minimalism in your workplace and how it will fuel productivity
7. The #1 way to clear brain fog that is slowing you down
8. How “pleasure fasting” will set you free
… and so much more.
You’d be surprised at how much time gets lost in a day. You might be thinking, “ya whatever a couple of minutes lost here and there is no big deal.” But have you ever thought about how quickly these small chunks of time add up?
Two minutes here, 10 minutes there, an extra 20 minutes spent at lunch and before you know it a sum of more than 2 hours a day has been wasted. What could you do with two hours? Go to the gym maybe, write a blog post for your website, or even study a new trade - the list is truly endless.
The science of concentration has never before been understood is such a unique, invigorating, and profound fashion. Now with just minutes a day, you can begin to take back control of your time and achieve new and heightened levels of ultimate success.
So, if you’re ready to step forward into the most productive life humanly possible, then scroll up and click the “Get a copy” button.
181 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 22, 2020
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About the author
Chandler Kitching aka Christian Davis
2 books4 followersI am on a mission to help people work deeply and live life more.
I have spent 13 years and thousands of hours trying every random, obscure and weird technique to master my brain, focus deeply, work harder and cherish the moment.
I love the power of working extremely deeply so I can live my life to the fullest once I am done.
I live, eat and breath writing. I write the books I wish I had on the beginning of my journey.
Learning how to work and rest deeply is like taking the red pill. Once you taste the sweetness, every second I waste is like a splinter in my mind.
My trials are the untold stories of millions. If I can help just one person achieve the life of their wildest dreams, then my life will be fulfilled.
About me:
I studied Business Administration at Portland State University and I am a full time SEO content writer.
I love to challenge myself in my free time by climbing the steepest mountains around the world.
My life purpose is to help my family, friends and everyone in the world achieve freedom.
A portion of my book profits go to HAGAR, which is charity that takes care of women and children hurt by human trafficking and slavery.
It is my moral and ethical duty to provide the world with my best wordsmanship.
That wakes me up at 5 am, heart pounding, soul burning and ready to write.
Everyone deserves to be free.
I have spent 13 years and thousands of hours trying every random, obscure and weird technique to master my brain, focus deeply, work harder and cherish the moment.
I love the power of working extremely deeply so I can live my life to the fullest once I am done.
I live, eat and breath writing. I write the books I wish I had on the beginning of my journey.
Learning how to work and rest deeply is like taking the red pill. Once you taste the sweetness, every second I waste is like a splinter in my mind.
My trials are the untold stories of millions. If I can help just one person achieve the life of their wildest dreams, then my life will be fulfilled.
About me:
I studied Business Administration at Portland State University and I am a full time SEO content writer.
I love to challenge myself in my free time by climbing the steepest mountains around the world.
My life purpose is to help my family, friends and everyone in the world achieve freedom.
A portion of my book profits go to HAGAR, which is charity that takes care of women and children hurt by human trafficking and slavery.
It is my moral and ethical duty to provide the world with my best wordsmanship.
That wakes me up at 5 am, heart pounding, soul burning and ready to write.
Everyone deserves to be free.
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May 24, 2020
"For 10 minutes a day, visualize your ideal deeply focused, productive, efficient and intentional self," writes Chandler Kitching, the author of, "Ultimate Focus: The Art of Mastering Concentration." I have never been one to sit still any longer than I have to, so the idea of spending 10 minutes a day, every day, intentionally sitting quietly and opening up my mind sounded like an impossibility. However, I noticed after retirement that my focus gradually deteriorated, and I had difficulty remembering appointments, meetings, birthdays, date nights, and the like. In addition, I had trouble concentrating and absorbing the material presented in online classes, and it was even harder to organize my workspace at home to optimize creativity and output. What is the problem? Do I just need a daily routine? I was agonizing about moving forward. This book came along at exactly the right time and provided valuable answers about learning to work less but deeper, thus creating time for my other projects and activities with family and friends.
In the Introduction, Kitching writes that his book will provide "the tools to master previously strenuous tasks swiftly by transforming the neural structure of your brain..." He discusses neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to form new neural pathways and synaptic connections from thoughts, actions or beliefs. What that means for me at age 69 is that my brain continues to grow, and I can still learn new skills, like improving focus and concentration. According to the author, my brain is, in fact, the most important part of who I am.
Kitching divides his user-friendly how-to book into three sections: Phase 1: Master your Brain, Body, and Environment, Phase 2: Focusing Deep - Starting Your Day of Ultimate Focus, and Phase 3: Mind Hacking & Advanced Focus Training Secrets You Need to Know. He includes action steps at the conclusion of each chapter to give the reader a chance to practice techniques that bring about greater focus. At the end of the book in Chapter 12 are brain training exercises, which the author likens to upgrading the hardware of a computer. While those concepts are not necessarily new, putting them all together into a cohesive unit further expands consciousness and ability.
Action steps were particularly helpful in putting into practice what I was learning. The steps make sense and have been proven effective at building and strengthening neural pathways in the brain, as evidenced by publications and online references listed at the back of the book. Clearing brain clutter and building the right habits promise to turn me "into a deep focus machine." I worked through many of the action steps at the end of every chapter and tried the brain training exercises in Chapter 12. They helped me define what was missing in my chaotic life and provided a roadmap toward deeper concentration and focus, actions I plan to revisit from time to time to hang on to and incorporate what I have learned.
Kitching spent 13 years "researching, experimenting, and interviewing focused professionals as his life's work." From that work he developed his 3-phase training system that promises to prepare you to "cultivate your life of focus by unlocking your full potential..." If your life or work have lost meaning, let Kitching help you "cultivate a zen warrior mindset that can conquer any hurdle." Learn to control distractions, work deeply, rest deeply, and keep an open mind.
I was given this book for free and am voluntarily writing a review.
In the Introduction, Kitching writes that his book will provide "the tools to master previously strenuous tasks swiftly by transforming the neural structure of your brain..." He discusses neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to form new neural pathways and synaptic connections from thoughts, actions or beliefs. What that means for me at age 69 is that my brain continues to grow, and I can still learn new skills, like improving focus and concentration. According to the author, my brain is, in fact, the most important part of who I am.
Kitching divides his user-friendly how-to book into three sections: Phase 1: Master your Brain, Body, and Environment, Phase 2: Focusing Deep - Starting Your Day of Ultimate Focus, and Phase 3: Mind Hacking & Advanced Focus Training Secrets You Need to Know. He includes action steps at the conclusion of each chapter to give the reader a chance to practice techniques that bring about greater focus. At the end of the book in Chapter 12 are brain training exercises, which the author likens to upgrading the hardware of a computer. While those concepts are not necessarily new, putting them all together into a cohesive unit further expands consciousness and ability.
Action steps were particularly helpful in putting into practice what I was learning. The steps make sense and have been proven effective at building and strengthening neural pathways in the brain, as evidenced by publications and online references listed at the back of the book. Clearing brain clutter and building the right habits promise to turn me "into a deep focus machine." I worked through many of the action steps at the end of every chapter and tried the brain training exercises in Chapter 12. They helped me define what was missing in my chaotic life and provided a roadmap toward deeper concentration and focus, actions I plan to revisit from time to time to hang on to and incorporate what I have learned.
Kitching spent 13 years "researching, experimenting, and interviewing focused professionals as his life's work." From that work he developed his 3-phase training system that promises to prepare you to "cultivate your life of focus by unlocking your full potential..." If your life or work have lost meaning, let Kitching help you "cultivate a zen warrior mindset that can conquer any hurdle." Learn to control distractions, work deeply, rest deeply, and keep an open mind.
I was given this book for free and am voluntarily writing a review.
October 14, 2020
Chandler Kitching has turned his own quest to make sense of his life into an eminently rational and readable treatise - The Ultimate Focus - on how to slay the dragon of distraction and ‘quench the soul’s’ need for greater meaning.
Most of us will know the sly allure of click bait and have found ourselves being sucked into this or that worm hole to nowhere. It’s the curse of our lives online, if we are not careful.
But the odds are against us. Cunning algorithms set traps for us. Research shows how our attention spans are shrinking, faster than the polar ice caps perhaps. It’s a problem, ‘attention span Armageddon,’ according to Kitching.
The remedy? Focus. But how and why?
‘The Ultimate Focus’ works through the problem, referencing academic studies on behavioural science, neurology and working practices to illuminate aspects of our common predicament, in a word: distraction.
Kitching adds gravitas to his case with some deftly selected quotations from timeless thinkers, including Socrates, Lincoln, and Balzac. The quotes chosen were most apt and lent a human touch to the academic insights, achieving a winning balance.
The business of the treatise - expertly narrated by Sunny Patel - is, however, all about how we may organise our lives, not just to defeat distraction, but to turn the art of concentration into an end in itself, a way of life, a living art. It’s inspiring stuff.
Much of the guidance given is common sense and some of it concerns specific details on workaday practices and habits, including browser blockers, types of lighting, and details on food supplements. Yet it feels as though it is a very thorough person’s take on things.
There is a complete programme for anyone seeking to make radical changes to their own life. And I believe it would work and would produce measurable results, if followed with a will.
You may also cherry-pick from the wealth of tips and ideas on offer. This will be my approach.
Having listened to the audiobook, I am going to purchase a print version to dip into from time to time. One point I will think more about is the distinction between concentration and meditation and their relationship. And yes, I have already been practicing one technique - the practice of standing with a full glass of water held at arms length. Try it yourself.
The best thing for me about this offering is the way the author views it as an art. I like that very much. That and Sunny Patel’s narration, which had the quality of a trusted advisor pouring words of wisdom into the ear of an attentive Prince.
Listening to The Ultimate Focus has inspired me to re-read, or listen to Marcus
Aurelius’ ‘Mediations’ - the ideal antidote to the gloom of the approaching Covid Winter.
(This is an honest opinion given in return for a reviewer's copy of the Audible audiobook version.)
Most of us will know the sly allure of click bait and have found ourselves being sucked into this or that worm hole to nowhere. It’s the curse of our lives online, if we are not careful.
But the odds are against us. Cunning algorithms set traps for us. Research shows how our attention spans are shrinking, faster than the polar ice caps perhaps. It’s a problem, ‘attention span Armageddon,’ according to Kitching.
The remedy? Focus. But how and why?
‘The Ultimate Focus’ works through the problem, referencing academic studies on behavioural science, neurology and working practices to illuminate aspects of our common predicament, in a word: distraction.
Kitching adds gravitas to his case with some deftly selected quotations from timeless thinkers, including Socrates, Lincoln, and Balzac. The quotes chosen were most apt and lent a human touch to the academic insights, achieving a winning balance.
The business of the treatise - expertly narrated by Sunny Patel - is, however, all about how we may organise our lives, not just to defeat distraction, but to turn the art of concentration into an end in itself, a way of life, a living art. It’s inspiring stuff.
Much of the guidance given is common sense and some of it concerns specific details on workaday practices and habits, including browser blockers, types of lighting, and details on food supplements. Yet it feels as though it is a very thorough person’s take on things.
There is a complete programme for anyone seeking to make radical changes to their own life. And I believe it would work and would produce measurable results, if followed with a will.
You may also cherry-pick from the wealth of tips and ideas on offer. This will be my approach.
Having listened to the audiobook, I am going to purchase a print version to dip into from time to time. One point I will think more about is the distinction between concentration and meditation and their relationship. And yes, I have already been practicing one technique - the practice of standing with a full glass of water held at arms length. Try it yourself.
The best thing for me about this offering is the way the author views it as an art. I like that very much. That and Sunny Patel’s narration, which had the quality of a trusted advisor pouring words of wisdom into the ear of an attentive Prince.
Listening to The Ultimate Focus has inspired me to re-read, or listen to Marcus
Aurelius’ ‘Mediations’ - the ideal antidote to the gloom of the approaching Covid Winter.
(This is an honest opinion given in return for a reviewer's copy of the Audible audiobook version.)
May 27, 2020
Excellent, Actionable Book on Focus
I have read a number of books on how to better focus your mind, and I have to say this is one of the better ones that I have read. In the introduction to the book, the author explains how essentially, this has been a 13-year enterprise to figure out how to better focus. The author was diagnosed with ADD as a child and has had a consistent problem with focus, naturally. So he has actually spent an appreciable amount of time studying and applying ideas about how to improve mental focus.
He divides focus improvement into three phases with twelve steps. The first phase has to do with setting up your mind, body, and environment for success; this includes other things that you read about if you've read much in the self-help category, like habits. I've read a number of books about habits, but this author’s section about them was a slightly different take because of all the research that he has done and the personal touch that he lends to each chapter, including this one. Habits are not just passively discussed in one chapter. Throughout the book, the author has you set up new habits that will specifically help you better focus and concentrate.
I like that the author doesn't shy away from discussing brain science, but he explains it in such a way that it is very understandable and accessible as well as being highly practical and germane to what he is discussing. He references a lot of other sources, which I appreciate, yet he has not made the book feel like a term paper or college essay—not an easy thing to do, as I have criticized other authors for precisely that fault.
Every chapter ends with action steps. Again, I've read enough self-help books to know that sometimes they are great on theory but not always great on the practical follow-through. I'm contemplating going back to school for my BSN or MSN, and focus is certainly an issue for me; I know that the things this author has described in this book will help keep me focused as I hit the books again. If you have an issue with focus, I highly recommend this book.
I received a free copy of this book gifted by the author, but that did not affect my review.
My book blog: https://www.readingfanaticreviews.com
I have read a number of books on how to better focus your mind, and I have to say this is one of the better ones that I have read. In the introduction to the book, the author explains how essentially, this has been a 13-year enterprise to figure out how to better focus. The author was diagnosed with ADD as a child and has had a consistent problem with focus, naturally. So he has actually spent an appreciable amount of time studying and applying ideas about how to improve mental focus.
He divides focus improvement into three phases with twelve steps. The first phase has to do with setting up your mind, body, and environment for success; this includes other things that you read about if you've read much in the self-help category, like habits. I've read a number of books about habits, but this author’s section about them was a slightly different take because of all the research that he has done and the personal touch that he lends to each chapter, including this one. Habits are not just passively discussed in one chapter. Throughout the book, the author has you set up new habits that will specifically help you better focus and concentrate.
I like that the author doesn't shy away from discussing brain science, but he explains it in such a way that it is very understandable and accessible as well as being highly practical and germane to what he is discussing. He references a lot of other sources, which I appreciate, yet he has not made the book feel like a term paper or college essay—not an easy thing to do, as I have criticized other authors for precisely that fault.
Every chapter ends with action steps. Again, I've read enough self-help books to know that sometimes they are great on theory but not always great on the practical follow-through. I'm contemplating going back to school for my BSN or MSN, and focus is certainly an issue for me; I know that the things this author has described in this book will help keep me focused as I hit the books again. If you have an issue with focus, I highly recommend this book.
I received a free copy of this book gifted by the author, but that did not affect my review.
My book blog: https://www.readingfanaticreviews.com
September 10, 2020
I finished reading this book about an hour ago and I was itching to write a review.
This book truly is life-changing if only the reader applies at least some if not all concepts discussed in this book. I for one, am going to implement all but one element- cold showers, LOL! But Mr. Kitching, I promise to work on it after the upcoming winter.
Back to the book, first 5 minutes into listening to the book, I was like, "too much medical jargon". As a nurse I was able to understand the anatomic regions explained in the book, but I thought to myself it may not work for a lay person. But... I am glad that I stayed put because after the first chapter it was smooth sailing.
Author shared his personal experiences that I found that I could relate to. He covered anything that I could have thought about regarding enhancing focus e.g., meditation to hydration to supplements to sleep and everything in between. I enjoyed listening to the book and I am committed to following all the concepts discussed in the book. If fact to make it easy, I am going to: 1) write up a checklist following all the chapters and 2) read the book twice a year to make sure that I am on track and lastly 3) measure my level of focus.
I HIGHLY ENCOURAGE all professionals to read this book. It really is a game changer!
"This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review."
This book truly is life-changing if only the reader applies at least some if not all concepts discussed in this book. I for one, am going to implement all but one element- cold showers, LOL! But Mr. Kitching, I promise to work on it after the upcoming winter.
Back to the book, first 5 minutes into listening to the book, I was like, "too much medical jargon". As a nurse I was able to understand the anatomic regions explained in the book, but I thought to myself it may not work for a lay person. But... I am glad that I stayed put because after the first chapter it was smooth sailing.
Author shared his personal experiences that I found that I could relate to. He covered anything that I could have thought about regarding enhancing focus e.g., meditation to hydration to supplements to sleep and everything in between. I enjoyed listening to the book and I am committed to following all the concepts discussed in the book. If fact to make it easy, I am going to: 1) write up a checklist following all the chapters and 2) read the book twice a year to make sure that I am on track and lastly 3) measure my level of focus.
I HIGHLY ENCOURAGE all professionals to read this book. It really is a game changer!
"This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review."
May 24, 2020
I really enjoyed reading this book. Many books on this or similar subjects are either too “preachy” or too dry. “Ultimate Focus” was presented very thoughtfully and straight forward. I am excited to start using the techniques that the author introduced me to. The book contained a lot of very good information, methods and exercises to improve focus, concentration and memory capacity. I constantly strive to improve myself and feel certain that I will be able to accomplish some great improvements by following this well laid out plan. Highly suggested for goal oriented, high achieving people looking to increase their performance and abilities.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 25, 2020
Chapter 1 is the most important content, it introduces neuroplasticity, affirmations and visualizes that are key-points for other chapters. The last chapter (chapter 12) determines the difference between meditation and concentration - it's very useful and helps to focus.
3 phases and 12 steps are simple and using the component of computer like storage, ram to clarify how to brain and memory can work so that declare what things to do to solve/overcome and get better.
Almost the content may not new to others, however, the organizations and divided into 3 phrases make it easy to read and reference.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
3 phases and 12 steps are simple and using the component of computer like storage, ram to clarify how to brain and memory can work so that declare what things to do to solve/overcome and get better.
Almost the content may not new to others, however, the organizations and divided into 3 phrases make it easy to read and reference.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 22, 2020
This book is a very thorough review of concentration. I think understanding what is in this book could help anyone improve their life by concentrating on what they are doing. I liked the way the author covered such a large volume of subjects. I learned a lot from the book and think I can use a lot of the information in my life.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 9, 2021
This is a practical book on concentration. I finish it in audible. There are many small suggestions in this book, like planning your next day when get distracted. However, it's too plain that I am not excited when listening to it.
July 21, 2020
Solid and Straightforward Guide to learning Focus
Practical steps to learning how to develop a greater degree of focus at work and life. Easy to understand and well documented.
Practical steps to learning how to develop a greater degree of focus at work and life. Easy to understand and well documented.
September 3, 2020
In today's environment when one can be bombarded on all sides with family, work, smart phones, cable news, it can become difficult to manage your time. Prioritizing and focusing on the important aspects and things in your life can become a major challenge. Ultimate focus is an excellent resource to put you back in control, or keep you in control of your thoughts and time. It is a tool that can be referred to whenever you feel overwhelmed or out of control. Highly recommended.
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