The article discusses the effectiveness of the Pomodoro technique, which involves working for 25 minutes followed by a 5-minute break. The author, inspired by a friend's recommendation, tests this method by decluttering a messy closet. They discover that the structured time not only increases their speed but also makes cleaning feel more engaging. The anticipation of breaks keeps them focused on the task at hand, replacing distractions like social media. The entire decluttering process was completed in just over an hour, demonstrating the technique's potential to boost efficiency and reduce procrastination.
"The 25-minute spurts challenged me to go faster...I ended up thinking of the Pomodoro technique as a game: What's the maximum number of cycles necessary to clean out my closet?"
"The breaks gave me something to look forward to...instead of checking my Instagram every five minutes out of boredom, I was able to stay focused..."
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