This is an image which represents the idea of focus extremely well. This bee is closing in on what it wants. I had my focus clearly on the bee and flower. My shutter speed could have been faster to capture the full movement of the wings but the image is very effective as it is.

Focus is a very important aspect in our daily life. A good listener focuses on what is being said. A safe driver focuses on the road. Too much focus can interfere with the learning process. Recently an article-" 13 STEPS TO BETTER STUDY SKILLS “ by Judi Kesselman-Turkel cited the importance of periods of incubation. She defined incubation as the period of first encountering a problem and arriving at its solution. Studies have shown that learners, scientists, innovators that take breaks from their issue at hand by going for a walk, taking a nap, even brushing teeth, have a higher success rate of doing better on an assignment. Albert Einstein would leave space in his day for giving his mind a break. Taking a break also lowers the chance of burnout.

It is important for us to remember the benefits of taking a break in our busy day. Instead of feeling guilty about this we should feel we are honoring our body by bringing our best to a situation.

"It's very important that we re-learn the art of resting and relaxing. Not only does it help prevent the onset of many illnesses that develop through chronic tension and worrying; it allows us to clear our minds, focus, and find creative solutions to problems."~Thich Nhat Hanh

Peace.