Does Pomodoro actually work for flow? (thanks Huberman)

I've been using the Pomodoro Method for years. It was a productivity tool that helped me focus without distractions. And it worked out great...until it didn't. It simply wasn't dynamic enough for, well, life.

Welcome to Progressive Pomodoro (Progressive Pomo).

I just had this feeling that it could be improved upon. So I experimented and discovered a new way to Pomo that's ultra reliable at building focus. And it's been nothing but clutch for me through the throws of an unpredictable life.

Andrew Huberman's podcast episode, Focus Toolkit: Tools to Improve Your Focus & Concentration | Huberman Lab Podcast #88:

[LaserrSharp]

I just schedule a long work block, say 3 hours. Within those three hours I just alternate between work and rest. For example, I start working and as soon as I notice myself losing focus, I stop and rest. My rest is hydrating myself or getting a small snack, and either laying on the floor doing nothing, or walking around doing nothing. I don’t check my phone or use other stimulus. The point of the break is rest, not stimulation. And doing it this way takes the guess work out. You simply take your break when you feel you’re losing focus.

[mohsinfarhat]

To be honest, I saw the number of views and was about to skip. But then I decided to keep on watching. This is one of the best videos I've watched. I was doing the pomodoro technique using the 25/5 method for a total of 5 sessions. But you're absolutely right, it causes us to dip out of flow just as soon as we're getting into it. By implementing your progressive method of pomodoro, I was able to study for two sessions of 90 minutes each, totaling too about 3 hours. A huge improvement in focus and productivity was observed. Thanks man!

[MarijaDrascek]

This changed my studying for the better! Thank you for making this video! 🙏💪

[rickpala_]

How do you only have 200 subs?? This content is gold!

[adrianaguadalupegomezhinoj]

Hey Mike! Thank you so much for sharing this content, it's been life changing to me! For years and years of practicing OG Pomos I could not get into focus, and I felt like there was something wrong with me because of my lack of concentration. I searched for a workaround to it, and Progressive Pomos have been so far so great for my study sessions! Please make more content, I'll be pleased to watch more of your videos!

[AlbelDarc]

Yo this is amazing, can’t believe this is the first time I see you. Thanks man!

[prashanth]

Ur content is gold bro, and ur sense of humour and editing is too good to go unnoticed.

[orion]

This is the most helpful protocol of this type. It's an amazing video, thank you.

[MeHeartBooks]

Quite frankly, I don't know how you have so few views! As someone who has been trying to get the Pomodoro techinque to work for years, this is revolutionary. Keep up the amazing content.

[JoelSnape]

Really liked this, man! Clearly explained, nicely edited, interesting ideas. Looking forward to seeing what you do next.

[dsa]

Bro Bro Bro....keep up doing the good work. I don't know why your channel isn't growing, but the contents you post are awesome.
Don't stop posting them ❤️

[epgodzb]

Wow. It's really cool to implement science-based tools in your everyday life. Keep going, your content deserves more than 200 subs. Adore Huberman)))

[Lifewithnimi]

Thank You for this, this makes so much sense, definitely going to try this out!

[Orlengos]

Solid video, Mike! Editing is top notch and the content is super useful, will definitely try to implement

[BoReads]

I tried this your way and I cranked out 1, 541 words of my book today when my old average was 300 words. This works so good I can't thank you enough for sharing this method. I am feeling in the flow right now. I'm very proud of what I've done. Thank you thank you thank you!!!

[psyuldo]

Everything about this video (from Content to Editing) is AWESOME! Deserves much more views bruh!!

[EpicFinance]

I love your technique of getting into flow. I've been using the Pomodoro technique for 18 months... I started out using the 25/5 timeframe, but have iterated over time. Currently, i do 6-10 sets of 45/15. This works great for me. I use the first few 15 minute breaks to exercise, and the last few to rest my eyes, or veg on my phone. I get more done taking a 15 min break every hour than I used to get done taking no breaks at all. Game changing.

[ashishsahu]

loved the way u explain with a bit humour when u are understanding something and a funny things pop up it helps me to remember it more, nice MIKE

[fights]

Great video, really good adaptation. You deserve more views. I already know this will really help my productivity. WIll watch all of your other vids.

[chandreshjohnson]

Thanks! I got value out of this video. Loved the progressive Pomodoro technique. Keep up the good work!