Focus Sessions That Stick: The Complete 25-Minute Protocol

Short summary

A focus session is a bounded 20-50 minute block dedicated to a single task with a pre-set intention, no distractions, and a brief end review. The 25-minute duration aligns with natural attention spans and lowers the psychological barrier to starting. The protocol: set a specific intention, close all distractions, start timer and work simultaneously, capture stray thoughts without following them, and end with a 3-minute review of what you completed and what's next.

• •Focus sessions require a specific intention, uninterrupted execution, and a brief review
• •25 minutes is short enough to start without dread and long enough for meaningful progress
• •End each session with a 3-minute review to convert effort into a repeatable habit

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