How To Avoid Online Distractions?

The University of California has found that the length of time an individual can work without getting distracted, is 3 minutes.

The surroundings where we dwell in, is also one of the reasons behind us getting distracted. Apart from the surroundings, the people in today’s world face major distractions in internet. We are all continually tempted to check the notifications, either on smart phones or on personal computers.

HOW TO ACTUALLY STOP?

‘Distractions are destructive to productivity’

Anyone who spends a lot of time for work or leisure or both, knows that 95% of the internet is one massive distraction for every interruption it takes few minutes to get back to your work.

It is really hard to avoid every kind of distractions, that is the notifications, as they there may be something important too. But the notifications from social medias like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Whats app can wait until we finish off our important works.

One can follow some of the following tips to actually stop getting distracted.

• TURN OFF THE WI-FI

Once you complete your works online, switch off the Wi-Fi or mobile data and progress further. Keeping your internet source turned on can increase the risk of getting distracted.

• DISABLE NOTIFICATIONS

Sometimes the most distracting part of being online is the pings and pop-ups displayed that show the online activity. Turning off notifications will disconnect you from that applications and sites when you are not using them.

• SET YOUR GOALS

Articulate your goals for an online session before logging on. Knowing what you to accomplish online will keep you focused while browsing.

• KEEP A TRACK

Ask a friend or a co-worker to keep you accountable. Ask your friend to message you every few hours to keep you on task. If you receive and read the message, that means you are not focused.

• DOWNLOAD BLOCKING APPLICATIONS

There are many different apps and extensions available, depending on your device and browser. Popular browser extensions include StayFocusd(Chrome), LeechBlock(Firefox), and KeepMeOut(all browsers). Make sure not to block any important sites. Carefully follow the instructions for your extension.