6. Have a Shutdown Ritual 🛑 - Deepstash

6. Have a Shutdown Ritual 🛑

  • Definition: A shutdown ritual signals to your brain that work is done, letting you fully relax.
  • Example: “After studying, I close my books, make a list for tomorrow, and put my desk away. This signals I’m done and free to chill.”
  • Application: Pick a short “end-of-day” habit—writing tomorrow’s to-dos, cleaning up your desk, or closing your laptop. Doing this daily makes it clear when work is over and makes relaxation more satisfying.

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Deep work is intense focus. It's when you're locked in on a task, blocking out everything else. Newport believes that deep work leads to real achievements, while shallow work (those quick, mindless tasks) just fills time. This stash will break down how to build the discipline to focus deeply, even if you’re surrounded by distractions.

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Have a “Shutdown Ritual”

Although the workday is over, your mind is still going strong. You gotta get your brain out of “work mode” to relax.

A simple ritual can help: Straighten up your desk. Back up your computer. Make a list of what you need to do tomorrow.

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