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The one change that worked: I struggled to get any work done
After years of procrastination, even the most trivial task felt like climbing a mountain. Then I discovered the pomodoro technique – and how much I could achieve in just 25 minutes
TL;DR
- The author has a long history of procrastination, struggling with simple tasks throughout her life.
- Traditional productivity methods like time blocking and to-do lists were ineffective for her.
- The Pomodoro Technique, developed by Francesco Cirillo, involves working in 25-minute intervals followed by 5-minute breaks.
- Using a Pomodoro timer helped the author initiate tasks, take emotion out of the process, and work more efficiently.
- This technique has led to reclaimed evenings and a less daunting approach to starting tasks.