Keeping focused can be difficult with the constant distraction of emails, notifications, and scrolling social media. In recent years, though, the Pomodoro Technique has proven to be an effective time ...

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I've tried the Pomodoro technique several times over the years, but it never stuck. The idea of working in focused 25-minute bursts sounds simple enough, and I understood why it helps people stay ...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (WHAT THE TECH?) — How many times do you try to get something accomplished only to find yourself checking your phone and losing track of time? These timers can help you. If you’ve ...

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If you’re using a timer on your phone frequently, and you’re bored by it… well, this may just be the app for you. The app in question is called ‘Mouse Timer’, and it’s actually fun to use. Mouse Timer ...

Timers are a staple of productivity systems, which is why there are so many of them on the App Store. My favorite timer apps are the ones that are the most flexible. A little structure goes a long way ...

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Meditation is often touted as a mental cure-all, purported to help with stress, sleep, mood, focus and even certain medical conditions. I’ve been meditating most of my adult life. I’ve done silent ...

Spotify comes with a built-in Sleep Timer feature that automatically stops playing music after the selected time period. And, in this tutorial, we will show you how to put and use Sleep Timer on ...