Time Blocks · Top 3 · Energy Mapping
| Rule | Why |
|---|---|
| Deep work in the morning | Peak cognitive energy for most people is 9AM-12PM |
| Batch similar tasks | Context switching costs 23 min to refocus |
| Schedule breaks explicitly | Without planned breaks you'll burn out or scroll |
| Buffer between meetings | 15-min buffers prevent schedule cascade |
| Protect 1 "maker block" daily | Minimum 90-min uninterrupted for creative work |
| Evening shutdown ritual | Review day, plan tomorrow, close open loops |
| Time | Energy | Best Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 6-9 AM | Rising | Routine, light tasks, exercise |
| 9-12 PM | Peak | Deep work, creative, decisions |
| 12-2 PM | Dip | Lunch, admin, easy tasks |
| 2-5 PM | Recovery | Meetings, collaboration, review |
| 5-7 PM | Wind down | Planning tomorrow, light work |