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Don't push past this productivity secret!

Published about 1 month ago • 1 min read

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Do you feel like you constantly need to push forward to be productive? The truth is, non-stop work doesn't work. If that point sounds familiar to you, you'd be right and you've probably been here awhile. We talked recently about hustle culture and our need to push through. This relates to that.

Because we think we need to keep pushing, we have a tendency to push past the very things we need to be most productive, so today I’m reminding you about the "power of the pause".

Your brain needs breaks in order to solve complex problems, boost creativity, reduce stress, and improve focus. Science backs this up. We see the proof when we study the effects of chronic stress and sufficient sleep and a host of other topics that relate to pausing before pushing ahead.

But when you're rushing to meet deadlines, how can that work? I get it. I have a busy life and I know it’s hard not to keep going in the name of being productive, but consider the following options. Which would you choose?

constant hustle = burnout

OR

strategic breaks = peak performance

​In my latest podcast episode, I’m breaking down why PAUSING is your secret weapon for productivity. My favorite 3 strategic pauses can be done in a only a few minutes (5 or 10 or whatever you have to spare):

  • Physical Movement (take a walk or stretch and get the blood flowing)
  • Mindful meditation mini-sessions (5 minute meditation with breathing reduces stress and resets vision)
  • Creative breaks (taking a few minutes to read or create is FUN - it can be a great reward when you do a Pomodoro sprint)

If you'd like more details on this topic, be sure to tune into episode 272 and/or check out the blog post.

When we talk about working smarter, not harder, that includes pausing to make sure you get the breaks you need and that you’re on the right track.

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Here’s to pausing to find your most productive self,

♥

Lisa

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