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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:
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<li>The two “levels” of work breaks</li>
<li>How our energy fluctuates in 90-minute rhythms</li>
<li>How our productivity and creativity fluctuate all day long</li>
<li>How alcohol and sleepiness affect creativity</li>
<li>How long we should break for to optimize our energy levels</li>
<li>What to do during your breaks</li>
<li>How to avoid unintentional work breaks</li>
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Links mentioned in this episode:
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<li>Book: <a href="https://amzn.to/3miwZAk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">I Know How She Does It</a></li>
<li>Article: <a href="https://chrisbailey.com/exactly-how-long-your-work-breaks-should-be/">Here’s exactly how long your work breaks should be</a></li>
<li>Article: <a href="https://desktime.com/blog/productivity-research">DeskTime’s productivity research: an overview of our finds throughout the years</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.focusmate.com/">Focusmate</a></li>
<li>Wikipedia: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pomodoro_Technique">Pomodoro Technique</a></li>
<li>Article: <a href="https://chrisbailey.com/9-stress-relief-strategies-that-actually-work/">9 stress relief strategies that actually work</a></li>
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You can listen (and subscribe) to the podcast below!
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Time and Attention is a podcast that will help you become more intentional and productive. Hosted by Chris Bailey, the author of two productivity books, and Ardyn Nordstrom, a nerdy economist, the show covers topics as diverse as productivity, focus, procrastination, time management, money, happiness, gratitude, and disconnecting. We occasionally also welcome a bestselling author onto the show to talk about a book they wrote.