Productivity Hacks
Simple systems to keep deep focus without burning out: short blocks, micro-breaks, minimal app friction, and digital detox.
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Rhythm & Energy
- Pomodoro 25/5 with 3 cycles + long break
- 2-minute rule: if <2 min, do it now
- Single-tasking only
Environment & Detox
- Only mentions & calls as notifications
- Airplane mode for focus blocks
- Minimal desktop (3 shortcuts)
Clarity & Plan
- Top-3 at the start of the day
- 5-minute shutdown review
- Context checklists
Visual Library

10-Minute Deep Focus
Routine • focus

Inbox Zero Lite
Workflow • email

Context Switch Guard
Mindset • mono-task

Detox After 20:00
Digital • sleep
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