The Highly Sensitive Person Podcast

40. Distracted at work


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I'm often surprised that I am so easily distracted when I work. Isn't that a symptom of being weak-minded? sad face. If you find yourself easily distracted (especially when working at home), please know that you aren't the only one. Lots of us share the same struggle. The key is to acknowledge, accept, and adjust. There are loads of productivity tools out there that can help you get in the zone. In this episode, I talk about what distracts me and how I try to fight it and stay on track. Resources mentioned in the episode:

  • Time Management, Work and the Highly Sensitive Person by Peter Messerschmidt
  • The Pomodoro technique (and the online tomato timer)
  • White noise and ambient noise
  • Block social media with apps like Cold Turkey
  • Related posts on my blog:

    • Why am I so easily distracted at work?
    • Here’s the best job for a highly sensitive person
    • HSP Podcast #15: Needing Control
    • HSP Podcast #06: The Importance of Caring Less at Your Job
    • Headphones are the New Wall: Everyone Hates Open Office Plans
    • The right to silence trumps the right to noise
    • My new book is available on Amazon: A Highly Sensitive Person's Life: stories & tips for those who experience the world intensely. 

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      Podcast music attribution: Bust This Bust That (Professor Kliq) / CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 

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