Time and Attention

78: Taking Breaks

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On this episode, we chat about work breaks—including how long they should be, how often to take them, and what to do during them! Topics covered include:

  • The two “levels” of work breaks
  • How our energy fluctuates in 90-minute rhythms
  • How our productivity and creativity fluctuate all day long
  • How alcohol and sleepiness affect creativity
  • How long we should break for to optimize our energy levels
  • What to do during your breaks
  • How to avoid unintentional work breaks

    • Links mentioned in this episode:

    • Book: I Know How She Does It
    • Article: Here’s exactly how long your work breaks should be
    • Article: DeskTime’s productivity research: an overview of our finds throughout the years
    • Focusmate
    • Wikipedia: Pomodoro Technique
    • Article: 9 stress relief strategies that actually work

      • You can listen (and subscribe) to the podcast below!

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