There is a third possibility, one which I often use when traveling. I put in my earplugs and put on classical music (I am a 60's and 70's rock and blues lover) so that I don't hear other people talking in the train around me or in the restaurant or lounge where I am waiting.
Personal experience with music - music with lyrics is usually disturbing for me. But, there is a specific instrumental song that helps me go into a deep focus mode each time.
Considering the value of attention in learning or getting anything done for that matter, and our rapidly reducing attention span, this hack is very valuable to me personally.
Worth understanding that apart from helping cut other distractions, is there anything about the notes or other qualities of this music that makes it work so well!
Jonathan,
There is a third possibility, one which I often use when traveling. I put in my earplugs and put on classical music (I am a 60's and 70's rock and blues lover) so that I don't hear other people talking in the train around me or in the restaurant or lounge where I am waiting.
Paul
Personal experience with music - music with lyrics is usually disturbing for me. But, there is a specific instrumental song that helps me go into a deep focus mode each time.
Considering the value of attention in learning or getting anything done for that matter, and our rapidly reducing attention span, this hack is very valuable to me personally.
Worth understanding that apart from helping cut other distractions, is there anything about the notes or other qualities of this music that makes it work so well!