Why is this so?

Because concentration is a form of self-discipline, just over a shorter time span. When you focus your attention over a short time span, it's called concentration. When you focus your attention over a longer time span (ie. a month, a year, a lifetime), it's called self-discipline, perseverance, and consistency.

In order words, Productivity!

Famous author, Theron Q Dumont, said this about concentration:

"It is utmost value to learn how to concentrate. To make greatest success of anything you must be able to concentrate our entire thoughtt upon idea you are working on. The person that is able to concentrate utilizes all constructive thoughts and shuts out all destructive ones. The greatest man would accomplish nothing if he lacked concentration"

The phone rings, you check your e-mail, watch a little TV and before you know it procrastination at home has stolen your day and what have you accomplished?

Then guilt sets in and you promise yourself that tomorrow will be better, but will it?

It can be with a little creativity and organization.

1. Have a plan including some kind of schedule. Make a list of things you want to get done and write them down. It can be even more helpful to divide day into thirty minute segments.

Be realistic about amount of time each task will take or you will be overwhelmed by 9:00 a.m. Feel satisfied as you cross each item off list.

2. Take care of yourself. Leave time each day for some kind of physical activity. It's good for you and can help you maintain energy you need.

Try to get outside, fresh air and light are also good for you and can boost your immune system and allow you to remain healthy.

It's especially easy to procrastinate when you aren't feeling well. Eat nutritious meals and get enough sleep.