I really want to get into audio books but I just can’t seem to focus enough ?
I really want to get into audio books but I just can’t seem to focus enough ?
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I really want to get into audio books but I just can’t seem to focus enough ?
I feel the same! I don’t see the point in listening to audio books while sitting on my couch – I’d rather read them if I’m not doing anything. So I only listen to it them I’m doing something else, in which case something always distracts me so I’m afraid I miss some important parts cos I can’t focus properly. Maybe somebody has an idea on how to properly enjoy them?
I’m on my second book now and listen to them whilst ironing and cleaning and once in a blue moon when I’m in the car by myself! I must admit I don’t sit down and listen! X
I use them while running or during my 40 minute drive to work.
I have the same issue. I can read till my eyes cross and then longer but audio books make my mind soar.
If I’m doing something light such as dishes, laundry, or coloring, I can concentrate on an audio book. If I do something more, I lose my concentration on the book. It’s a fine balance for me.
It does take some practice to get your mind used to being “read to” again… I suggest not having anything else on that might distract you, like tv, radio… Facebook ?. And not just sitting down. I always listen to audio books when I can’t hold a book but want to read. So… When I crochet (love this combo), do chores around the house (anything from ironing to folding laundry to doing the dishes), when I’m on a longer drive, walk the dog alone, I’m having a shower and getting ready…
Do something that your brain doesn’t have to focus on too much, but that you have to do, and give it another shot. Find a book you know you’d love and mentally prepare yourself that it might take time to get used to.
Good luck and enjoy! ? x
Same. My mind drifts.
I live in a rural area with a long commute and can’t put my car into ‘drive’ without an audiobook. But if I am in traffic or in bad weather I have to turn it off — for safety and because I can’t concentrate on driving and listening. I never listen to one otherwise. You have to have the right conditions.
What everyone says here….you need to be doing something like driving or cooking….just sitting and listening at home would be difficult
Most likely You are a visual learner/reader. It’s the same for a lot of us!
I used to listen to podcasts while I worked, so it was a pretty easy transition for me. Obviously, some audiobooks are better than others, and some genres I find too difficult to listen to. I cannot listen to a fantasy novel, I get too lost, but can listen to ten thrillers in a row. I also sometimes listen to them when I’m walking somewhere instead of music, or as everyone else said, while doing chores.
I love them for my commute.
I can usually do it in a car but everywhere else my mind drifts
Keep practicing. Listening is a skill. As you get better at listening to audiobooks, you’ll be amazed at what other areas in your life improve with better listening .
I listen to them when i cannot sleep but i don’t want any light on too,
I use them for road rage defussers while driving back and forth to Portland everydau