Two 24-Minute Segments Work Better For Me

A while back I started using a timer when working on the computer and around the office. But 60 minutes wasn't working for me. Then I found the following posts about 48 minute increments.

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Yesterday I ran across reference to these posts again at ToDoOrElse, and realized this works for me - with a little tweaking.

I set my timer for 24 minutes and work continuously. When the timer goes off I set it for another segment of 24 min. Then I take 12 minutes to stretch, get water, read, make phone calls, etc. Breaking it down into two segments of 24 min. helps me be aware of the passing time. Otherwise I can get very focused and forget to get up and move. This timer habit also gives me a sense of how long a project really takes.

I've shared this hint with others who tell me they have adopted the timer habit. Maybe we all use it in different ways, but the timer is key.

How do you manage your time?

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