Listen "78: Taking Breaks"
Episode Synopsis
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
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