By Sakshi Sah
Published May 03, 2025

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Top tips to improve concentration from Harvard University

Simple ways to boost your attention and clear your mind, according to Harvard University.

Your brain may be affected by inflammation, shrinking with age, or damaged blood vessels. All this can make it hard to think clearly.

Mindfulness means focusing on the present by sitting still, closing your eyes, breathing slowly, and noticing the sounds around you.

Try mindfulness

Doing this daily can train your brain to focus better.

How mindfulness helps

Some games may help improve attention. They train your brain to react faster, though results can vary.

Cognitive training games

Good sleep and daily exercise can boost focus.

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Set a timer for 30 minutes and read something. Have it beep every 5 minutes- check if your mind stayed on track.

Try this focus exercise

Better focus doesn’t need to be hard. With simple habits from Harvard, you can train your brain every day.

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