Dear Ashley:

“how to get rid of distractions and excuses and be focused”- my input: create a daily routine that works for you. Some distractions are healthy and are taught as part of psychotherapy as a tool to regulate mood. For example, when very stressed it is good to distract by listening to relaxing music, or taking a walk outdoors. But distractions should be time limited, don’t want to lie down all day listening to music and neglecting what needs to be done.

A daily routine that allows time to tasks that need to be accomplished, plus rest, plus positive distractions can help a whole lot.

anita