Week 4: PRUNE

Sharpening Focus and Letting Go of Distraction

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Week 4: PRUNE

Sharpening Focus and Letting Go of Distraction

"Every branch that bears fruit, He prunes so it can bear more fruit." — John 15:2

This Week's Focus

Pruning is the discipline of focus. It's not about removing what's bad—it's about refining what's good so it can grow stronger.

This week, you'll learn to identify distractions, eliminate unnecessary noise, and give your best energy to what truly matters.

Every man who leads well learns to prune well. Focus is not found—it's created through choice.

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Day 1: Identify the Weight

What distractions have been stealing my focus?

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"Pruning doesn't weaken you—it sharpens you."

Morning Reflection

Before you begin your day, sit in silence for 5 minutes and ask yourself:

  • What have I been carrying that I no longer need?
  • What commitments, habits, or thoughts are draining my energy?
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Core Prompt
"What distractions have been stealing my focus?"

Take 10 minutes to write your immediate response in your journal or workbook.

Distraction Audit

List 3 things that drain your focus or energy:

Evening Journal

💬 Share with the Community

"One distraction I'm ready to prune is..."

Day 2: Release with Peace

Letting go without guilt

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"Every unnecessary thing you release becomes fuel for what matters most."

Morning Reflection

God doesn't prune you to punish you. He prunes to prepare you.

Ask yourself: What am I afraid to let go of—and what might open if I do?

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Core Prompt
"Where am I saying 'yes' when I should be saying 'no'?"

Write down one commitment or habit you need to release this week.

The Release Exercise

Choose ONE thing to release this week—internal or external.

Deeper Reflection

Evening Journal

Day 3: Simplify Your Space

Clarity is the reward of simplicity

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"Clarity is the reward of simplicity."

Morning Reflection

In stillness, clutter becomes clearer. External chaos often reflects internal noise.

Ask yourself: What physical space needs simplifying?

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Core Prompt
"What would it feel like to create emotional and physical space?"

Simplification Challenge

Today, simplify one area of your life:

Scripture & Application

"Let all things be done decently and in order." — 1 Corinthians 14:40

Order in your environment creates order in your mind.

Evening Journal

Day 4: Sharpen Your Focus

Focus is created through choice

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"Discipline is not denial—it's development."

Morning Reflection

The less you chase, the more you accomplish with focus.

Ask yourself: What priorities align with the man I'm becoming?

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Core Prompt
"What priorities align with the man I'm becoming?"

Priority Alignment

List your top 3 priorities—the things that truly matter:

Deeper Reflection

Evening Journal

Day 5: Protect Your Energy

Guard what you've gained

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"The pruning process is proof that you're preparing for greater growth."

Morning Reflection

Pruning isn't a one-time event. It's a rhythm of protection.

Ask yourself: What boundaries do I need to protect my focus?

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Core Prompt
"What boundaries do I need to protect my peace and focus?"

Boundary Building

Identify boundaries you need to set or strengthen:

Protection Practice

Choose one boundary to implement today:

Evening Journal

Day 6: Experience Clarity

Subtraction creates strength

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"Subtraction creates strength. The less I chase, the more I accomplish with focus."

Morning Reflection

Clarity comes from cutting away the noise.

Ask yourself: What clarity have I gained this week?

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Core Prompt
"What clarity have I gained through pruning this week?"

Clarity Assessment

Celebrate Your Progress

Evening Journal

Day 7: Embrace Strength

You are stronger through subtraction

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"My growth no longer depends on what I add—but on what I'm willing to let go of."

Morning Reflection

Stillness has become clearer, quieter, and stronger.

Ask yourself: Who am I becoming through this pruning?

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Core Prompt
"Who am I becoming through the discipline of pruning?"

Strength Assessment

Week 4 Reflection

Evening Journal

💬 Share Your Strength

"Through pruning this week, I discovered..."

Bonus: The Pruning Rhythm

Making pruning a lifestyle, not an event

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Bonus Content: This section is optional but highly recommended for those who want to go deeper.

Pruning as a Lifestyle

Pruning isn't a one-week exercise. It's a rhythm that keeps you sharp, focused, and aligned.

The most effective men don't wait until they're overwhelmed—they prune regularly.

Create Your Pruning Rhythm

How often will you review what needs to be released?

The Pruning Questions

Use these questions regularly to stay sharp:

  • What am I tolerating that I shouldn't?
  • What's draining my energy without producing fruit?
  • What commitment no longer aligns with my priorities?
  • What boundary needs to be strengthened?
  • What would I do if I had 20% less time?

Final Reflection