1. Focus on One Thing at a Time
- Put down your 12 tabs and 4 cat videos.
- Close the fridge. Really, just close it.
- Set a timer. For real. 10 minutes, 5 minutes, it doesn't matter. Just focus.
- More on Focus
2. Use the 2-Minute Rule
- If it takes more than 2 minutes to do something, do it for 2 minutes. Then take a break.
- Repeat as necessary.
- The Science Behind the Rule
3. Practice the 5-Minute Rule
- Do something for 5 minutes. Anything. Just 5 minutes.
- Then do something else. Or take a nap.
- Repeat as needed.
- The 5-Minute Rule: A Study on Procrastination
4. Learn to Love the Pomodoro
- Work for 25 minutes. Then take a 5-minute break.
- Repeat for 4-6 hours.
- Pomodoro: The Ancient Art of Focus
5. Use the 10-Minute Rule (Optional)
- If you're feeling stuck, work for 10 minutes without a break.
- Then take a 5-minute break.
- Repeat as needed.
- The 10-Minute Rule: For When You're Feeling Lazy