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The Psychology of Time Management: How to Make the Most of Every Single Second

No. 4 out of 5 little-known secrets from the field of psychology to supercharge your productivity

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This article is part of a series on the psychology of productivity. Start here.

Time is of the essence.

There are only 1,440 minutes in a day. And most people spend between 360 and 500 minutes on the universal ritual of sleeping.

When those daily minutes are gone, they’re gone.

That’s why managing your time wisely is crucial to being productive.

So, what does psychology teach us about time management?

Here are a few key psychology-based time management tips:

• Get into a flow state: The flow state is an optimal state of mind for peak productivity. In this state, you’re completely focused and engaged in the task at hand. Time seems to stand still, and you’re in the zone. To get into a flow state, make sure your task is challenging but not too challenging. You should also be in an environment that’s free from distractions.
• Avoid distractions: Distractions can…