*When you catch your mind racing, make the conscious attempt to slow down, by using deep breathing.

*Take action to let go of procrastination of details. This will clear your mind and allow more space for you to be in the moment.

*Break tasks down into manageable steps.

*Use your imagination before you begin a project to see the end result at the start of each small task.

*Simplify: clear your desk, remove and give away or donate unnecessary things, clothes, nicknacks, magazines what ever is environment. This lowers your stress level.

* Give yourself permission to succeed. Commit to follow through on the small steps each piece at a time. This requires that you follow the step.

*Remove distractions, and grow your patience muscle. The more you do this, you program your mind that reaching the end of the task is in fact a concrete possibility. In the end the cats, dogs, and kids, will surely benefit so right now they must wait.

*Set out extra time to complete tasks. This way, you are not stressed about hurrying up near the end. This is where the problem may stem from, so stop this cycle ahead of time. Allot enough time to practice the skills of improving your concentration at this part of the process. You need (not a want) all your energy to go towards focusing on the completion of the task.

*Learn how to meditate and expand your mind naturally, the website listed below has resources on how to do this instantly and easily for those who have little time.

*Consciously notice that you have completed a task before you move on in order to develop and refine your mental program and the positive effects: Close your eyes for a second and focus on the achievement and let the positives in, feel them. By going inside you are building a steady flow of energy that is positive within you.

*Counteract frustration with more action, stick with a task a little longer each time, read one more sentence, make one more call ect.. Give your mind the evidence that it is in fact possible to improve your concentration. You will begin to believe it, making it a reality. The trick here is, to so start very small, and then as time goes on bump it up slowly.

*Concentrate on listening to slow music.

*Once a week, set aside time to quiet your mind with stimulation that is at a slower pace, fully enjoy the sunshine, stop and smell the roses.

By using these tips you will begin to build your concentration and increase your focusing potential.

Maureen E Killoran is a professional writer and certified hypnotherapist. She currently owns and writes for the website, that offers hypnosis downloads with brainwave technology www.Real-Hypnosis.com - Hypnosis That Works.