Define Your Deep Work Block
Schedule 2-4 hours for deep work. Mornings are ideal for most people due to higher willpower and focus.
Alex Rivera's Deep Work & Focus Protocol
Maximize your cognitive output with a structured approach to distraction-free deep work.
Disclaimer
Nothing here is medical advice. Each protocol is one person’s record of a routine they ran. Talk to a qualified professional before changing your diet, supplements, training, or anything else.
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Schedule 2-4 hours for deep work. Mornings are ideal for most people due to higher willpower and focus.
2 min
Turn off notifications, close email, put phone in another room. Use website blockers if needed.
2 min
Before starting, write down exactly what you want to accomplish. 'Work on project' is too vague. 'Write 1000 words of chapter 3' is specific.
60 min
Work in 50-minute focused blocks with 10-minute breaks. During breaks, stand, stretch, or walk—no screens.
5 min
At the end of deep work, review what you accomplished, note any open loops, and say 'shutdown complete' to signal your brain work is done.
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Based on Cal Newport's Deep Work principles, this protocol helps you produce high-quality work in less time through focused, uninterrupted sessions.
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