The 5-Minute Rule
If a task feels daunting, set a 5-minute timer. Usually, once you start, you'll want to keep going. The hardest part is starting.
Proven strategies to get more done with less distraction. Pick what works for you.
If a task feels daunting, set a 5-minute timer. Usually, once you start, you'll want to keep going. The hardest part is starting.
Use Time Blocks to group similar small tasks together. Get things done faster by focusing on one type of work at a time.
If you find Pomodoro breaks distracting, try Flowtime mode. It lets you work as long as you're in "flow" and only suggests a break when your concentration dips.
Don't reach for your phone during breaks. Sit, stretch, or just breathe. Train your brain to rest without distraction.
Start and end work sessions with a simple ritual. It signals to your brain when to focus and when to rest. Consistency builds habits.
Check your focus history at the end of each week. See where your time went and adjust. What gets measured gets managed.