When you’re practicing guitar or going through these videos, commit fully to it! 5 minutes of deep focus is better than 30 minutes with distractions.
Don’t try to multi-task during your practice sessions. Actually, you shouldn’t try to multi-task anything, as the research shows. Don’t believe me? Here are just three of many articles discussing the deleterious effects of shifting attention back and forth:
From the American Psychological Association
From Forbes Online
From Independent UK
Put it on silent or, better yet, in another room. When things get challenging or uncomfortable, it’s too easy to reach for that little computer that is connected to literally everything.
Try it out and let me know what happens!
Matt
