Are You Using Your Superpower?
- paulakbronte
- May 16
- 2 min read
Where is your Attention?
This important question was instilled in me by a very wise guru many years ago.
It may be one of the most important questions we can ask ourselves because Attention is one of the most important superpowers we can cultivate.
We've often heard that thoughts create reality.
However, thoughts are different from attention. Attention is bigger, deeper.
Attention is when we focus not only thoughts, but also feelings, energy and actions. 'Thought, word and deed' could be said to be the primary components of Attention.
In the Saint Germain Discourses, He is quoted as saying:
“Wherever you put your attention, that is what you become.”
You may want to sit with that statement and reflect on how the main focus of your attention has 'crystalized' into who you are now and the life you have created.
It can be a powerful exercise.
Below is link to a 9 minute video from my series, Transform Your Stress into Peace & Power. In it, I talk in depth about ATTENTION and how we can grow and use this Superpower.
Harnessing and learning to control your attention can even open the door to a conscious shift.
Because when we take back our attention, we take back our power.
And from that space, we can begin to choose again — with clarity, intention, and love.
Here are 5 ways you can strengthen your ability to direct and harness your attention, like a Jedi trains with the Force:
1. The 5-Minute Focus Drill
Choose one task.
Set a timer for 5 minutes.
Work with total attention. No distractions.
If you get distracted? Gently bring it back.
Goal: Increase duration over time. It’s attention weight-lifting.
2. Attention Audit
Ask throughout the day:
“Where is my attention right now? Is it serving me?”
Do this 3–5 times a day.
Redirect your focus intentionally.
3. Digital Discipline
One notification = 10 – 20 minutes of broken focus.
Turn off non-essential notifications.Your attention is not for rent.
Use tools like:
Do Not Disturb mode
Website blockers
4. Mindfulness Reps
Do simple tasks with full attention:
Brushing teeth
Walking
Making tea
This re-trains your brain to stay here and not drift off.
5. Stillness Meditation
Sit in silence for 3–10 minutes.
Focus on your breath. A breathing technique may help: breathe in for a count of 4, hold for 4, breathe out for 4.
When your mind wanders, say inwardly
"I reclaim my attention."
Come back. That’s the rep. Every redirection is a mental push-up.
Paula
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