Need to get in the zone? Our focus sessions provide the audio environment for concentrated work.
What Are Focus Sessions?
Unlike guided meditation, focus sessions are just audio—ambient soundscapes designed to help you concentrate without distracting you.
Types of Focus Audio
Nature Sounds
- Rain (light, heavy, thunderstorm)
- Forest ambiance
- Ocean waves
- River and streams
- Crackling fireplace
Designed Soundscapes
- Binaural beats (specific frequencies for focus)
- Lo-fi hip hop beats
- Ambient electronic
- Minimal drone
Environment Sounds
- Coffee shop ambiance
- Library quiet
- Train journey
- Airplane cabin
Using Focus Sessions
1. Open Explore > Focus Sessions
2. Choose your audio type
3. Set duration (or leave open-ended)
4. Put on headphones
5. Start working
Why Background Audio Helps
- Masks distracting sounds
- Creates a consistent audio environment
- Provides a subtle cue that it's work time
- Some sounds (like binaural beats) may directly support focus
Tips for Effective Use
- Experiment: Different tasks might benefit from different sounds
- Consistent use: Same audio = stronger focus association over time
- Volume matters: Loud enough to mask distraction, quiet enough to ignore
- Headphones recommended: Better immersion, fewer external sounds
Binaural Beats Explained
These use slightly different frequencies in each ear to create a perceived beat that some research suggests can enhance focus. Try them with headphones for the full effect.