**[[Time Blocking]] is only successful if you’re present in your block.** Controlling where your mind is during a time block is every bit as, of not more, important than working the task at hand. It is, unfortunately, easier said than done. [[Meditation]] practice can help you with this. So, too, can eliminating distractions from the environment. Also, the use of run-up [[Rituals]] can set you up for success. When entering and exiting a time block, pause and refresh the mind. Take a break and clear your head. Don’t linger over what you have just done. Don’t think about anything other than [[What's Important Now]]. # Ad Hoc Techniques - [[Treat Work Sessions like the Cinema]] - make sure you have what you need and don't have what you don't - Write down or say out loud what you're about to [[Focus]] on, and how you'll know when it's time to stop. - Do a [[Head Clearing Exercise]] **** # More ## Source - [[Essentialism]] ## Related - [[Scheduled Breaks]] - [[Vigilance Breaks]] - [[Time Blocking]] - [[Mindfulness & Now]] - [[What's Important Now]] - [[Focus]] - [[Productive Distraction]] - [[Tailor Your Environment]]