Interesting. I really like the idea of setting up different flow stages based on what you're doing. Bit of a shame they don't have an Apple watch app. I use the focus app currently which keeps timers in sync across devices including the watch app, I'll set a timer on whatever device I'm working and then I separate myself from the device during breaks and rely on the watch to tell me when the break is over.
I did not get the true value from these timers or how people are driven by time to do things "in focus". I respect that, but I can not personally get along with it, sometimes I work 5-6 hrs without break if i really want to focus but sometimes I do not work at all, I believe focus is related to your desire. Not sure how just a timer is enough to driven me on the path without a serious drive to focus (assignment, grades, deadlines ... etc)
For me there are 3 main advantages to this methods. 1. Much like calendar blocking, it forces you to focus on how long you think something will take, without being quite as rigid as calendar blocking and requires less set up and review. 2. It helps me just get started. I may also have a 5-6 work session, but sometimes just getting into the flow of work can be a challenge. If I set myself a 20 minute task and can see a timer counting down, I find I'm less likely to procrastinate. 3. It helps stick to time frames, if I know I have a set amount of time to do a task or several tasks, I can set up timers which reflect that. I know that if I stay on time everything will be done on time with breaks planned in. Again, a bit like calendar blocking but with a time counter being front and centre instead of just times you need to start and stop tasks.
@ intresting insights , probably that’s why , since I am not calendar guy , just use it to know the dates and events not live by it or as you describe it “rigid follow” the time blocking . But second point resonates a lot with me because yes , starting a task is “usually” the most difficult thing , once you overcome that it’s mostly done. Thx for the insights
Interesting. I really like the idea of setting up different flow stages based on what you're doing. Bit of a shame they don't have an Apple watch app. I use the focus app currently which keeps timers in sync across devices including the watch app, I'll set a timer on whatever device I'm working and then I separate myself from the device during breaks and rely on the watch to tell me when the break is over.
Reminds me of the delisted app 30/30
I did not get the true value from these timers or how people are driven by time to do things "in focus". I respect that, but I can not personally get along with it, sometimes I work 5-6 hrs without break if i really want to focus but sometimes I do not work at all, I believe focus is related to your desire. Not sure how just a timer is enough to driven me on the path without a serious drive to focus (assignment, grades, deadlines ... etc)
For me there are 3 main advantages to this methods.
1. Much like calendar blocking, it forces you to focus on how long you think something will take, without being quite as rigid as calendar blocking and requires less set up and review.
2. It helps me just get started. I may also have a 5-6 work session, but sometimes just getting into the flow of work can be a challenge. If I set myself a 20 minute task and can see a timer counting down, I find I'm less likely to procrastinate.
3. It helps stick to time frames, if I know I have a set amount of time to do a task or several tasks, I can set up timers which reflect that. I know that if I stay on time everything will be done on time with breaks planned in. Again, a bit like calendar blocking but with a time counter being front and centre instead of just times you need to start and stop tasks.
@ intresting insights , probably that’s why , since I am not calendar guy , just use it to know the dates and events not live by it or as you describe it “rigid follow” the time blocking .
But second point resonates a lot with me because yes , starting a task is “usually” the most difficult thing , once you overcome that it’s mostly done.
Thx for the insights