Tomato technique: the trick to having much more free time thanks to a timer

Tomato technique, what it is and why to apply this simple and revolutionary tool to optimize time

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Tomato technique, what it is and why apply this simple and revolutionary tool to increase productivity, optimize time and stimulate motivation to keep it constant

Tomato technique. Ever heard of it? The “Pomodoro Technique”, conceived by Francesco Cirillo, it is used to improve and optimize the management of one's time. This means becoming more productive and focused. So work less and, above all, have more free time.

But how exactly does it work? Everything takes place through a timer, perhaps in the shape of a tomato, which beats with its small sound blocks of time of 25 minutes and short intervals, helping each time to reach a set work goal. This is how, swear by those who have tried it, you can resist interruptions, concentrating on your tasks and making sure you make the best use of the time available.

The method in brief: first step, analyze the day to identify the time available. Determine the number of 25-minute blocks of time (“Pomodoros”). Then assign the work to the above blocks. No single activity can require more than 3-5 Pomodoros (if so, you need to divide the activity into sub-activities). Among the various tomatoes you have to plan a very short break of 2-3 minutes, while after several hours you have to plan a longer break. So, during the working day, every time you have to start the timer and record the work done, in order to modify the initial plan and solve all the problems that hinder the concentration on the task for the span of 25 minutes.

It is a very simple method, easy to try. Perhaps the key to its success lies in attributing to a physical object, the tomato shaped timer, the solution to performing several fundamental thought processes: finishing a task, resisting interruptions, focusing on completion and monitoring progress. Setting the timer and writing down what you will do during the tomato embody the choice to commit. What is most striking about this technique is its ability to help maintain the delicate mental balance between discipline and flexibility, essential for productive thinking. Highly recommended. Or, as Rita Pavone would sing, “long live the tomato technique!”.

In summary:

What is the Pomodoro Technique

• It is a way to better manage your work and efficiently organize your time.
• At the beginning of each day, choose the activities you want to do and arrange them in order of priority.
• Each work session, study session or any activity to be carried out is divided into a session (pomodoro) of 30 minutes: 25 for work and 5 for a break.

The objectives of the Pomodoro Technique

• Relieve anxiety related to becoming.
• Improve concentration by eliminating interruptions.
• Raise awareness of one's decisions.
• Encourage the achievement of one's goals.
• Optimize the method of work or study.
• Strengthen the determination to apply consistently in complex situations.

To learn more, here is the book the tomato technique

Here is a video explaining the method:

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