Advanced Pomodoro You Should Know About!
I’ve been a huge fan of Pomodoro.
Imagine telling A R Rahman to write the next great song, but he only has 25-minute working periods to do it.
The short time intervals would likely inhibit his ability to get into a creative writing zone — and the world would be robbed of many classics.
Drawback of Pomodoro: No flow state. 🌊
Instead of using Pomodoro:
I’m checking out this new productivity strategy — the Flowtime Technique (a.k.a. Flowmodoro) — which encourages me to focus when I’m in the zone and take breaks when I’m not.
Flowtime, unlike Pomodoro, encourages the extension of uninterrupted work periods.
This technique helps achieve a “ flow state,” where focus deepens and creativity soars.
By eliminating Pomodoro’s rigid time constraints, Flowtime offers you the flexibility to dive into complex tasks without the pressure of constant breaks.
Here’s how to use the flowtime technique:
➡ Similar to Pomodoro, you pick one task to focus on during a session.
➡ Once you’ve selected your task, start working on it, but note the time you began working.
➡ Keep working until you start feeling tired or distracted.
➡ Once you do, note the time (this is your end time), and take a break.
There’s no set time for how long your break should be.
It could be 5 minutes, 8 minutes or more than 15 minutes.
One of Flowtime’s strengths lies in its adaptability to diverse work styles.
The absence of strict time constraints enables a more natural rhythm, letting you complete tasks at your own pace.
Moreover, Flowtime acknowledges that not all tasks fit neatly into 25-minute intervals.
What’s your take on this productivity debate?
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Have a wonderful time.
