Mikkel U.
One strategy is noticing my mind wondering accepting that it’s normal bringing it back number two is noticing that my mind has wandered
...What is your strategy on achieving deep work habits and minimzing diatractions?
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Frequently asked questions about Deep Work
Do you also find it weird that it’s right at the end of the morning routine? Where would you move it to?
Sandra T.
I would put it in a +start my workday+ routine. It was suggested earlier in the journey. It is based on principle that
...How do you stay focused when your coworkers are talking and making jokes and having fun?
Lillie O.
You can put on headphones and listen to music, but really you have to develop willpower. It takes a while to develop, but
...My mind wanders a lot whenever I work and many times I catch myself procrastinating and daydreaming. How should I tackle this?
Jeanette T.
Keep a notebook close by to right down the thoughts/daydreaming and the things you want to procrastinate on. Doing g that helps me
...Do you use electronic tools to help you focus or do you find that disconnecting from your devices is more conducive to focusing? I’m finding both to work for me but under different task conditions.
Luke N.
I use electronic devices only to stream music, listen to a devotional or a podcast when I’m working on a project or something.
...How do you get your mind to relax & concentrate on a particularly difficult, stressful or a very distracting day to get your deep work done? Also, how do you motivate yourself when you’re not feeling well to do the deep work anyway?
Katrine P.
If I have had a stressful day and can’t wrap my head around anything I’ll forget about any work I have to do
...How to keep your focus when doing a long task?
Wanda F.
Lonnnnnng tasks are the hardest! It is so hard to sit down and focus knowing you have a time consuming task ahead of
...How do you account for and manage relaxation and break time?
Alizee Q.
I take my break time when I can due to my schedule. When I meditate or go for my walk I am fine
...How do you make time to do deep work? I find myself caught up in the run of the mill daily grind and it sucks lol….🤦🏻♀️🙇🏻♀️🤭
Eric U.
Agreed, it is difficult. I simply schedule it as an appointment and then do focus strictly on my work to do list during
...What is the time slot during which you practice deep work?
Diana Z.
I do a bit about 7:30 – 8:00am, and then my days are really varied so I have no solid time slot after
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