For the first time, many people are discovering during the COVID-19 crisis that working from home brings a unique set of challenges, including staying focused

during work hours—especially when they’re surrounded by distractions at home, while juggling work at home

with family responsibilities.

So, here are 20 ways to prevent mental distractions while working from home:

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1. Balance work and life:

The more time you make for your personal life, the easier it is to focus on work. For example, it’s hard to keep working when a family member

has been injured; it distracts you.

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2- Prioritize your personal tasks:

Mental distraction often comes from not being sure what you should be doing, so clear up the confusion by identifying the high-priority items

on your to-do list and tackling them one by one.

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3- Block social media sites on your computer:

If you find yourself spending too much time browsing Facebook or Twitter during work hours, install a program that blocks them while you work.

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4- Avoid browsing on your phone:

Browsing on your phone wastes work time. Although your phone is important for business calls, keeping it out of reach can help you

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5- Take scheduled breaks:

There’s no doubt that breaks help you stay motivated during the workday and give your mind a rest, which can improve your focus

and boost morale. So make sure to take a break every hour.

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6- Use noise-canceling headphones:

If you live on a busy, traffic-filled street, stay focused by playing audio clips or sounds of

rain or nature to block out the noise. Wearing headphones also lets others at home know not to disturb you.

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7- Maintain a healthy diet and exercise:

If your body isn’t in good shape, neither will your mind be. It’s hard to focus when you’re feeling weak, so eat foods that

Stay focused, eat your vegetables, and exercise regularly.

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8. Clear the clutter:

It’s hard to focus in a cluttered environment. If you notice a kitchen that needs cleaning or a floor that needs

polishing, you may find it difficult to concentrate on your work.

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9. Get a partner:

If you work independently, having someone you check in with regularly can help a lot. Tell them what you plan to accomplish today, and

ask them to do the same.

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10. Play audio in the background:

Listening to audio in the background can help block out noise.

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11. Reward yourself for staying focused:

Sometimes work deadlines feel less urgent than usual, so reward yourself to stay motivated. This will help you keep going,

and make your work easier in the long run.

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12. Break large tasks into smaller ones:

Breaking large tasks into smaller ones gives you a sense of accomplishment, since it’s often hard to stay motivated while working on lengthy tasks,

which can lead to distractions.

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13. Turn off unnecessary notifications:

You lose focus whenever your phone rings, so turn off nonessential notifications.

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14- Close your email tab:

You waste a lot of time checking email, so try not to check it throughout your workday unless you’re expecting something urgent.

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15- Use the Pomodoro Technique:

It’s hard to stay focused when you’re feeling overwhelmed. Unless you clear your mind and give your brain regular breaks, the

“Pomodoro” technique, or a similar approach, can help. Set a timer and give yourself a short break.

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16- Stay up to date with your coworkers:

If you’re used to keeping up with your coworkers, working from home may negatively affect your focus. Try using a platform

like Zoom for scheduled check-ins to keep everyone motivated.

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17- Make sure your computer is powerful enough:

If your computer is slow, it can be difficult to keep your workflow running smoothly. Make sure you have a fast computer so you can get

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18- Set long-term goals:

We often give in to distractions when we’re unsure why we’re doing a task. Setting long-term goals and making sure they’re connected to

It helps you get your daily tasks done.

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19- Create a family plan:

Some distractions are beyond your control, such as family matters. Talk to your family so they understand your work schedule.

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20- Use separate browser profiles for work:

Some browsers, such as Google Chrome, let you create different profiles that affect things like

your search history, saved passwords, and bookmarks. So it’s important to keep your work profile separate from your personal one.