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I am unable to concentrate on anything (reading, listening, workโ€ฆ), which is affecting my life. E.g., I buy books of my interest that I am unable to start to read, and I join courses that I am unable to finish. Please suggest how I can organise my life in a better way. ๐Ÿ˜“

Start by practicing and developing concentration on the one activity that naturally engages and arouses interest. Start with small steps such as reading one passage a day, taking up short courses etc. Later, one can develop it by extending the time duration.ย 

Affectionately,

Alok Da

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