What's your productivity routine?
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mattcrail
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135d ago
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I wrote this blog a while back about what helps me stay productive and stop from getting overwhelmed or burnt out.
The keys for me are:
- Plan my day - pick out the things I want to get done and have them in a list so when I do get overwhelmed, I can just move on to the next thing on my list without overthinking.
- Use a timer - I set my timer for 60 mins, and then take a 15 min break (used to do 51/17). This breaks up my work and helps me stay focused while also giving me a chance to refresh.
- Use the breaks - step away from my desk, get some exercise or fresh air. Or sometimes browse Twitter on my phone on the couch.
What works for you?
Have you tried Focusmate? You might like it. I use it quite a bit, including for doing my evening routine script (which involves planning my day the night before).
I don't know how to break though! I typically continue thinking about next tasks. I should go for a walk or something else embodied and nonthinking. Also Twitter is horrible for my productivity, I'll get sucked in for hours - legitimately addicting!
I want to start using my timer to put a ceiling on how long relatively unimportant tasks take.
Here's mine described https://darkosavic.com/the-flow-state-for-creative-work/
wow this is great stuff.. thanks for sharing.