Feeling unfocused? Here are three super-practical mindfulness hacks from Counsellor Chris to get your study mojo back… and the third one is a special invitation just for you!
We’re past the halfway point of semester. Assignments are stacking up, your inbox is groaning, and somehow Netflix knows exactly when to release a new season of your favourite show.
If your focus has gone AWOL, don’t worry — you’re not alone. Here are three practical ways, grounded in mindfulness, to help you sharpen up and finish the semester strong.
- Try the “Pomodoro + Pause” technique ⏱️🌿
You’ve probably heard of the Pomodoro method — 25 minutes of study, 5 minutes break. But here’s the upgrade: use your breaks as mini mindfulness pauses. Instead of scrolling TikTok, stand up, close your laptop, and take a few slow breaths while noticing what’s happening around you. Research shows that even short bouts of mindful attention can reset your concentration and reduce mental fatigue. You’ll come back to the books fresher, calmer, and more focused.
- Anchor your attention with a simple body scan 🧘♂️👣
When your mind wanders mid-lecture (suddenly you’re thinking about dinner… or whether your houseplants are thriving), a quick body scan can pull you back. Sit comfortably, close your eyes if you like, and bring your attention to your feet, then slowly move up your body noticing sensations. This takes less than two minutes and helps cut through the “mental static.” Evidence from mindfulness research shows that body awareness improves sustained attention and reduces stress — exactly what you need when the semester workload gets heavy.
- Join the Mindfulness for Academic Success program (online!) 💻✨
Sometimes the best way to regain focus is to learn strategies alongside others. That’s where our Mindfulness for Academic Success program comes in. It’s online, so you can join from wherever you are, and it’s fully experiential — you’ll actually practice techniques like the body scan, mindful breathing, and other practical tools to keep your focus sharp and your stress in check (….and it’s the last one for 2025!)
👉 Find out more and register here.
Final focus ✨
The rest of the semester is yours to reclaim. Try a mindful Pomodoro, anchor yourself with a body scan, and join me online for Mindfulness for Academic Success to supercharge your concentration. Future-you (and your grades) will thank you!
