Big Tech. Alternatives

Focus, attention and concentration

Okay so you've decided to quit or at least spend less time on these sites. Below are some tools / reading that should help you start to focus on more productive pursuits.


Website blockers

Making changes to weaning yourself off certain websites at first can be difficult. Below are some website blockers, most if which you can set up for working / specific hours so that you're not susceptible to distraction. After a few weeks apart from the benefit of being more productive, you will probably find that your self discipline has improved to the extent that you no longer need to activate a website blocker.


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  • Pomodoro technique

    Time management technique comprising of short sessions of focused activity (25 minutes), with a timer to notify you when that time period is over. Short five minute breaks are encouraged between each session, with a longer break after four sessions.

    Pomodoro technique


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