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1️⃣ Easy:

  • Activate silent mode
  • Enable airplane mode
  • Keep your screen facing down

2️⃣ Moderate:

  • Use the One-Sec app
  • Switch your phone to grayscale mode

3️⃣Advanced:

  • Block social media with the Opal app
  • Log out of your social media accounts after each use

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Step 2: Two-Minute Rule

Step 2: Two-Minute Rule

If you come across a task that takes less than two minutes to complete, do it immediately.

❌ This will prevent them from accumulating and becoming distractions later on.

To reduce distractions even more:

✅ Find a dedicated workspace that is free from distractions, such as a library or cafe.

✅ Invest in noise-canceling headphones to block out any background noise.

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Step 3: Gamify - Overcome Procrastination

Step 3: Gamify - Overcome Procrastination

We often procrastinate because tasks seem boring.

To make them more interesting and reduce monotony, add a challenge.

1️⃣ Step 1: Set a time limit for your task

2️⃣ Step 2: Try to accomplish as much as you can within that timeframe.

✅ This approach can aid in maintaining your motivation and productivity.

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Step 4: Stay focused

Step 4: Stay focused

Multitasking reduces focus quality, making it easier to procrastinate.

  1. Create a list of tasks before each work session
  2. Prioritize the list.
  3. Work on one task at a time.
  4. Schedule regular breaks.

Take breaks before you lose focus and become bored.

Otherwise, you may find yourself easily distracted and delaying tasks.

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Step 5: The 5-Second Rule

Step 5: The 5-Second Rule

When you're distracted or avoiding tasks, use these steps:

  1. Count down from five, then take action.
  2. This helps transition from thinking about the task to actually doing it.
  3. Counting is easier than doing the task, so it reduces procrastination.
  4. Click the Link in my Bio @stefan.khc for an in-depth guide about productivity.

Starting to count creates momentum, which makes it easier to actually complete the task.

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