Stage 2 — Recognize the Buzz
Buzz Check
A simple way to notice when pressure begins affecting your thinking.
You don't need a long system.
You only need a few moments of awareness.
What's happening right now?
Take a quick look at the questions below. If two or more feel true, you're probably experiencing Buzz.
Question 1 of 4
Is your attention split?
Are you having trouble focusing on one thing?
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Where buzz comes from
Buzz doesn't destroy your plans; it interrupts your ability to carry them out. Some of it arrives from outside you. Some of it starts inside you.
Outside you — External Buzz

Inside you — Internal Buzz

Don't get stuck trying to categorize every reaction perfectly. What matters is noticing when something is affecting your decision-making. Recognize it. Then get back to work.