The type of noise that distracts me is mostly on the outside or external noise. Honestly in this class when the band is playing when I am trying to take a quiz, I cannot focus at all. Especially when I used to be in a band, I start imagining myself playing the notes that they are playing because I remember. Internal noise bothers me also as well, whether that is negative thoughts going through my head or the sounds of hunger. I get distracted very easily, I also tend to give up when I am distracted or not put in as much effort because it angers me when I am distracted and I am trying to do good on something. Some strategies I use is I either really try hard to tune it out which never works, or I eat so I don’t feel hungry, I also try to use common sense, which sometimes doesn't always work.
I would agree with the band being distracting sometimes. There are certain days where I'm fine and I can focus with them playing, but there are other days where I cannot focus to save my life. I would also agree with hunger because this is a period near lunchtime.
I agree with you that external noise can be very distracting. I can relate to getting easily distracted by noise "outside" while taking a quiz or test. I liked the strategies that you mentioned as well.
I agree with being distracted by external noise. It can make it really hard to concentrate. It is a lot harder to get back on track when distracted.
I completely understand this!! I love the strategies you chose as well!
While I do not have to deal with the band during my period, I can completely understand where you are coming from.
I agree with getting distracted by external noise. I react similarly when there's external noise; it's so frustrating and makes me want to quit whatever I'm doing as well. In 7th period Speech, there's not a band class playing while we're trying to learn or take quizzes, which definitely makes it easier to focus.
I can see how the band distracts you. If I were in speech during your class period I would be brought back to all the memories and funny moments of band class which would take my attention away from speech class.