Meditation - Is There a Dose Response Relationship?

i wonder, do you notice a distinct difference between your ability to focus when you're in practice with editation or verses when you're out of practice? Well, i think it's like any skill. You know, the more you practice, the better you get. And if you lapse, then your abilities are going to diminish. I mean, if i do a retreat, wel my focus is really pretty strong. And when i don't, my mindful awareness lapses and i just ner fall back into ordinary mind. It makes a huge difference for me to actually begin my day by gathering my attention and gathering my focus.