🔄 Focus Loop
Multiple Anti-Cheat Focus Sessions connected with strategic breaks for sustained productivity
What is a Focus Loop?
A Focus Loop is a sequence of multiple Anti-Cheat Focus Sessions connected by strategic breaks, designed for sustained deep work over extended periods.
Core Principle: Sustainable productivity through planned work-break cycles that maintain high focus quality throughout the day.
Session Independence: Each Anti-Cheat Focus Session within a Focus Loop is completely independent. Never carry over planning data between sessions. Each session requires fresh planning decisions.
Why Use Focus Loops?
- Cognitive Recovery: Breaks prevent mental fatigue
- Sustained Performance: Maintain high POF scores across sessions
- Long-term Goals: Tackle complex projects requiring extended focus
Multiple Sessions
3-5️⃣
Connected cycles with strategic breaks
Focus Loop Visual Workflow
Recommended Focus Loop Pattern
Work → Short Break → Work → Short Break → Work → Long Break → Repeat
Remember: Each "Work" session requires independent planning. Never reuse planning data from previous sessions.
1
Session 1
25-45 min
5'
Short Break
5-10 min
2
Session 2
25-45 min
5'
Short Break
5-10 min
3
Session 3
25-45 min
20'
Long Break
15-30 min
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Repeat Loop
Next cycle
Strategic Break Guidelines
Short Breaks (5-10 minutes)
Minimum Requirement: At least 5 minutes between each Anti-Cheat Focus Session
- Stand up and move around
- Hydrate with water
- Look away from screens (20-20-20 rule)
- Deep breathing exercises
- Avoid social media or distracting content
Long Breaks (15-30 minutes)
Recommended Frequency: After 3-5 focus sessions (every 2-4 hours)
- Eat a healthy snack or meal
- Step outside for fresh air and sunlight
- Light exercise or stretching
- Social interaction or personal tasks
- Complete mental reset before next cycle
Focus Loop Strategies
Project Continuity
Important: While you may work on the same project, each session must be planned independently.
- Work on the same project across multiple sessions
- Break large tasks into session-sized chunks
- Note stopping points for next session
- Re-plan each session independently
Category Variation
- Mix different work types (Deciding → Doing → Defining)
- Balance creative and analytical tasks
- Switch contexts to maintain engagement
Energy Management
- Start with high-energy tasks
- Monitor POF scores for fatigue
- End loop when quality drops
Sample Focus Loop Schedules
Morning Deep Work Loop
| 9:00-9:45 | Session 1 Project Planning |
| 9:45-9:50 | Break Movement & Water |
| 9:50-10:35 | Session 2 Implementation |
| 10:35-10:40 | Break Fresh Air |
| 10:40-11:25 | Session 3 Documentation |
| 11:25-11:45 | Long Break Snack & Social |
Afternoon Power Loop
| 2:00-2:25 | Session 1 Email Processing |
| 2:25-2:30 | Break Stretching |
| 2:30-2:55 | Session 2 Creative Work |
| 2:55-3:00 | Break Hydration |
| 3:00-3:25 | Session 3 Review & Planning |
| 3:25-3:55 | Long Break Walk & Refresh |
Focus Loop vs Single Anti-Cheat Session
Use Focus Loops When:
- Working on complex, multi-hour projects
- You have 2+ hours of uninterrupted time
- Pursuing deep work or flow states
- Building daily productivity streaks
Use Single Sessions When:
- You only have 25-45 minutes available
- Handling quick, discrete tasks
- High-interruption environment
- Low energy or late in the day