This. "Unfortunately" I quite smoking, but I used to constantly solve problems I was banging my head against when I stepped out for a smoke. Now it takes more discipline to take regular breaks 😅
A "hack" that I use is always having a glass of water at my desk. Not a huge thermos or water bottle, just a class. I'll have to refill it on occasion or use the restroom, which forces/reminds me to get up at least every few hours.
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Entirely agreed. I typically take two short (about 1.2km) walks each work day, and quite often I either come up with a solution to an issue I've been working on during the walk or right after getting back from it.
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Walk away! Take a break. Do anything else.
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This. "Unfortunately" I quite smoking, but I used to constantly solve problems I was banging my head against when I stepped out for a smoke. Now it takes more discipline to take regular breaks 😅
A "hack" that I use is always having a glass of water at my desk. Not a huge thermos or water bottle, just a class. I'll have to refill it on occasion or use the restroom, which forces/reminds me to get up at least every few hours.
Your body and brain will thank you.
Entirely agreed. I typically take two short (about 1.2km) walks each work day, and quite often I either come up with a solution to an issue I've been working on during the walk or right after getting back from it.