You don’t need focus all day. You need flow windows
- Chasing 10 hours of focus is unrealistic.
- Instead, aim for 2–3 intentional “flow windows” where you disappear into your work. That’s where quality lives.
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You don’t have a time problem. You’re likely exhausted from managing your energy like a machine and your attention like it’s unlimited. The real issue? You’ve never been taught how to design your focus. Here is a breakdown in an unconventional way.
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