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- By now, you know, the
basics of remote work.

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Turn off device notifications,

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set and keep standard hours,
and try to take regular breaks.

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But we all have the urge to multitask

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and research shows that
rapidly switching between tasks

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can cut your productivity
by as much as 40%.

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So here are three ways you can
resist the urge to multitask.

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Try starting your day

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with stream of consciousness writing.

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Open a blank page, start writing,

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and don't stop until you've
filled at least three pages.

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No editing or deleting allowed.

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You can copy and save
anything that's useful,

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but beyond that, just delete the document.

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This can help sweep away mental clutter

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and kick off a productive workday.

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Even when you have the best intentions,

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intrusive sounds, thoughts
and visual stimuli

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can throw you off track.

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As soon as your thoughts begin to stray,

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try to stop what you're doing
and address the distraction.

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Productivity advice usually
emphasizes digital distractions,

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but our emotions often
trigger our mental detours.

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For example, feeling
frustrated or overwhelmed

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by a tough assignment may lead
you to shop for sweatpants.

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When you notice your mind wandering,

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stop for a second.

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Acknowledge and label the dominant feeling

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with a word, like anxious
or bored or even excited.

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Take a moment to accept the emotion,

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then set it aside and
return to your tasks.

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