Nicklas Z.
I completely understand this, because I am a writer myself. Sometimes I ask for extensions and I am honest about why it’s taking
Frequently asked questions about Deep Work
How do I get myself to do my fabulous routines? Most of the time I just ignore the notifications because I’m doing something else like just playing video games or just sitting on the couch watching TV.
Amalie W.
Spend some time (as I'm going to bed works best for me so it's fresh when I wake up) focusing on why you
Do you reward yourself for accomplishing deep work? How?
Ava Y.
Not really. Maybe I am using different than others. I’m not sure but doing it is usually my reward. But if it was
When did you move up from 25 minutes of deep work to a longer deep work session?
Margie O.
as a mom 25 m if I can stick to it is good enough for me 🙂
Maybe in summer I can do
Maybe in summer I can do
How do I eliminate distractions?
Janice T.
You can’t really. Just bring yourself back to your task as soon as you are aware you are distracted. Regular breaks from the
How do you make yourself WANT to do something? Personally, I find it difficult to even get motivation to start working. What about you? Do you have any tips?
Hilma U.
You can’t make yourself want something. if you want it, you want it. If you don’t want it you don’t want it. Respect
Do you consider your wandering thoughts a distraction?
Johan C.
Yes
Absolutely
Occasionally, I will think those periods of wandering thoughts allow me to be creative. However, I spend too long doing it
Is it better to do deep work early in the morning or late at night?
Frida B.
Whenever you are most energized. I’m a morning person so early morning works for me. I generally don’t want to do anything serious
Is it really possible to work for 2 or 4 hours without a break? Do you prefer pomodoro-style work, with short breaks?
Otmar B.
I prefer pomodoro. I work best when I know I can get a break. Sometimes I get really engaged and then I can
How do I grapple with being under-staffed, unable to accomplish all of my goals and my full-time supervisor regularly arriving an hour late and leaving an hour early? Live and let live and take care of my team and trust someone will notice and take action or trust that there is a legitimate reason for boss’ absences? Or something else?
Roger U.
I eat steel cut oats for breakfast as you can add fruit or a little brown sugar. I use almond milk. It is
