by Yasawaii Saadiq, founder of Third Eye Nubians.

 

In a world full of noise, endless scrolling, and constant notifications, focus has become a rare superpower. Yet, beneath all the distractions lies a simple but timeless truth: what you focus on grows. Whether it’s success, growth, or negativity, your attention acts like sunlight on a seed. Whatever you feed with focus will flourish. The question is are you consciously choosing what to nurture, or are you letting the world decide for you?

  

Why Focus Shapes Reality

Your mind is a filter. Out of the billions of signals and pieces of information you could notice each day, your brain selects only a handful. This process, called the Reticular Activating System (RAS), is why when you buy a new car, suddenly you see that same car everywhere. It’s not that the world changed—it’s that your focus did. The same principle applies to your goals, habits, and even your self-image. If you constantly focus on problems, you’ll find more problems. If you focus on opportunities, your brain will spot them in places you would’ve overlooked. Focus is creative power.  

The Cost of Distraction

Distraction is the thief of destiny. Every notification you check, every meaningless scroll, every mental detour takes a piece of your attention. And attention is not unlimited—it’s your most valuable currency. Think of it this way:  

• A farmer who scatters seeds randomly gets random results. 
• A farmer who plants deliberately in fertile soil reaps an abundant harvest. 

Where you plant your focus determines the quality of your life’s harvest.  

3 Practical Ways to Reclaim Your Focus

1. Set Daily Focus Points

Every morning, write down the top three things you must accomplish that day. Not ten, not twenty just three. This cuts through overwhelm and helps you move with intention. 

2. Guard Your Energy

Your focus is linked to your energy. Practice saying “no” to energy-draining activities and people. Protect your mental space like you protect your bank account. 

3. Practice Micro-Meditation

You don’t need hours of silence. Even 3–5 minutes of intentional breathing or mindfulness during the day trains your brain to return to the present. This sharpens focus and reduces stress.  

The Bigger Picture

The Law of Focus is not just about productivity, it’s about life direction. If you focus on growth, gratitude, and vision, you’ll naturally attract more of it. If you allow negativity, doubt, or distractions to dominate, your reality will reflect that too. The choice is always yours. Every thought, every minute, every action is a vote for the reality you want to build. 

 

Closing Thought

Focus is power. It is the difference between a scattered life and a purposeful one. Decide today: What will you water with your attention? What future will you grow? Because in the end— your focus is your fate.