

You’ve Been Working at The Wrong Time of Day I Ep 10
8 snips Dec 26, 2023
Discover how working at specific times of the day can boost focus and performance by 400%. Learn about chronotypes and how aligning work schedules with natural alertness peaks can optimize productivity. Explore strategies for enhancing productivity by leveraging biological chronotype zones and taking strategic breaks to improve focus and performance.
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Chronobiology and Chronotypes
- Our cognitive abilities fluctuate throughout the day, impacting our productivity.
- Chronobiology reveals we have unique chronotypes, influencing our peak performance times.
The Cave Study
- French geologist Michel Siffre lived underground for 205 days, studied by NASA scientists.
- This and similar studies revealed our bodies maintain a consistent rhythm, even without external time cues, leading to the discovery of chronotypes.
Finding Your Chronotype
- Determine your chronotype by considering your natural sleep-wake cycle without obligations.
- Calculate the midpoint of your sleep to identify if you're a Lark, Owl, or Third Bird.