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Cutting Out Distractions Can Help

At any given time, our senses are being bombarded by distractions. Sights, sounds,
smells: all kinds of sensory stimuli and intrusions on our minds, vying for attention

daily. Being able to cut out distractions is a valuable tool that gives you the edge in
avoiding and combating fatigue.

First- Be aware of the distractions. Many people go through life bumping up against

sensory distractions, unaware of the impact it is having on them. A young boy
would oftentimes get in trouble every time his family took him out for Chinese food.
No matter how much effort his family put into setting limits for him and warning him
to behave, he would always end up ruining the evening with an outburst. It turned

out that the vibrant orange colour of the walls in their local Chinese restaurant was
causing this small boy to become distracted and overwhelmed. The only way he
knew how to let off the steam of his sensory discomfort was to act out.

Another woman found herself frequently feeling angry at work. She was
determined to get her work done and diligent about fulfilling her responsibilities. Her
nature was generally kind and caring, but at work she found herself feeling angry
and simply didn’t know why. It turns out that the radio station playing in the

background at work was set to a rock station that often played loud guitar riffs that
made it very difficult for her to focus. Completely unaware that the music was
influencing her mood, she would lash out as a result of being overstimulated -
without even knowing the cause.

It is important to realise the impact that distractions may be having on you. The next
time you feel out of sorts, stop and assess your environment. Is there something
going on that might be causing you to feel overwhelmed or uncomfortable? Do you

smell, see, hear, or feel something that you didn’t realise was bothering you?

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