Scarlett X.
Quickly write down a few things you’d rather do eg take a walk, watch a movie, then do your deep work then reward
Frequently asked questions about Deep Work
What’s your favorite performance statement? mine is, “You will feel better afterwards.”
Carmen S.
My favourite performance statement at the moment is one that I copied from oprah’s new book – it was a quote from Joe
How do you manage to maintain focus and flow in distracting – and unavoidable – environments?
Thea B.
I tell ppl who may come into my office (which doesn't have a door) that I'm focused/working on a project for the next
First thing in the morning isn’t just when I want to get work done – everyone around me does too. How do you keep yourself from just answering other people’s questions and helping them every day? I love to help, but I feel like I am exhausted before I can start working!
Laurie X.
You can only help others when you’re in the right state of mind and are taking care of yourself. Otherwise, it might become
I’m a college student so keeping a balance of taking care of myself and others is tough. Do you have any suggestions for how I could show compassion or do a good deed for someone daily, even if it’s something small?
Diethard X.
If you don't have the bandwidth to help, tell them instead howv to access counseling or mental health services on campus. This is
I face issues when switching between 2 jobs. How do you switch effectively? I waste or procrastinate during the switch.
Kunigunda S.
It is better if those jobs are related so you can be less distracted and stop procrastinating. If they are not related, you
How do you stop procrastinating during your Deep Work habit?
Villads A.
I would do first the “block distractions” habit then it is easier to do deep work. Remove all distractions and use the helper
Could you give me some tips to stay focused on deep work?
Same J.
I'm extremely adhd, so I like to put on music, I try to use headphones or a loud speaker that drowns out noise
What are the creative ways you use to block your distractions?
Dionaura Q.
Actually, I'm not sure if I know of any? I normally just go in my room or play music when I'm exercising. Maybe
I often get stressed in the morning to get to work but I won’t exercise if I don’t do it before work. Any suggestions to get to the gym faster?
Hector Q.
What about biking to work?
On the other hand if you get your habits sorted out, you can have a good Idea of
