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AMA #11: Improve Task Switching & Productivity and Reduce Brain Fog

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The Importance of Transition Periods between Tasks

When you focus on things close to you, like bodily sensations, your brain uses different neural circuit functions compared to when you engage in other tasks. To transition between tasks, it's important to have a brief transition period without distractions. This helps your brain adjust and get into the groove. It's also beneficial to practice shifting visual attention between nearby and faraway objects. This practice only takes a couple of minutes and can be done occasionally.

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