Many writers struggle not with ideas, but with maintaining focus during long writing sessions. Staring at a screen for hours while drafting, editing, or revising can quickly lead to eye strain and mental overload, especially when distractions are just one tab away.

One technique that has helped me reset my concentration is taking short visual breaks between writing blocks. Instead of switching to social media or other content-heavy pages, I use a simple black screen tool
 to clear visual noise and rest my eyes. A plain black screen creates a pause that helps the mind slow down before returning to the text.

This small habit has been surprisingly effective during editing sessions or moments of writer's block. By reducing visual stimulation, it becomes easier to refocus on structure, word choice, and clarity.

I'd love to hear how other writers manage focus and screen fatigue. Do you use specific routines or tools to stay productive during extended writing sessions?

Interesting.  Whatever works for you: we need all the help we can get.

Before I retired and it didn't matter any more, my best device for staying focussed and not wandering off to check my e-mails was to disable the wifi.  I had a cable connection in the office to connect to the internet, either for business or pleasure, but nothing in my sunroom which is where I  did my actual writing.  If you can't even play a quick game of backgammon on-line, you have little choice but to get on with your work.