8 Ways to Stay Focused

Today I had a lot of things to accomplish but the weather forecast changed my focus. It really should not have, there is nothing I can do about it. All I can do is make sure are enough groceries, charge up the cell phone, laptop and keep laundry up to date. There goes the list!

Here are 8 ways I usually keep focused:
1. Make a list - having things to check off surely helps keep the focus on your tasks
2. Do not look at other things like Facebook, emails, Twitter, etc while working on the list (Though today I had to check phone for my son is on his journey)
3. If it's a long list make sure to take a break - walk away and get refreshed
4. Eat and drink properly - this one is hard for me at times (Would love a food pill - quick and easy)
5. Start with the hardest thing on the list - if it's last you may never accomplish it
6. Take a day off from having a list - otherwise you may get burned out
7. Make sure there is something enjoyable on your list - makes it easier to get through the hard things first - having something to look forward to
8. Leave room for the unexpected - weather, accidents, health issues of yourself or close family members and the fact that things tend to take longer than you anticipate
How do you stay focused when you need to accomplish things?