What I do, and sometimes it DOES help
simply zone out, or excuse yourself for a moment; then focus on counting doubles.
out loud or in your head
for example
1
2
4
8
16
32
64
go as high as you can untill you cant do the math.
Dont always start with the same number or it'll just become a memory game.
Try starting with 1, 3, 4, whatever

Repeat if you have to.

It'll give you something to do while all the bullspit going on around you plays out.