Do you ever feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day to fit in everything you love? You’re not alone! Between work, personal commitments, and that ever-growing to-do list, carving out time for a good book can feel like a luxury.
But what if I told you that reading could actually boost your productivity, not hinder it? Sounds too good to be true? Buckle up, because we’re about to explore how to savor our love of reading while crushing your goals with really tiny activities to multi-task between work and reading.
Come on, I get it. I come from a busy background myself, and juggling passions can often feel like a recipe for disaster. But what I’ve come to realize over the years is this – with some planning and a sprinkle of self-care, you can have your coffee, read your book, and conquer your to-do list, all without feeling like you’re constantly all over five different places. These are some of my “multi-tasking” activities that I regularly incorporate into my routine, which help in juggling my interests with my to-do lists.
Let’s start with Coffee:
A steaming cup of coffee (or chai, I love chai!) can be the perfect companion for multitasking. Create a cozy reading nook in your workspace for short coffee breaks with a few pages. This ritual can re-energize your mind and enhance both reading and work.
The Always-Preached Pomodoro:
The Pomodoro Technique does help! Break down work into focused intervals (25 minutes) with short breaks (5 minutes). During these breaks, make sure you’re not defeating the purpose of a break. How you can do that is by ditching the social media scroll and picking up a book instead. This mental refresh will leave you ready to tackle your next task, ensuring both your professional and reading needs are met.
Do we still remember to be Mindful:
That is such an important trait to imbibe in life. And trust me, I suck at it. But I also constantly try to get better at it. Be present in each activity, that’s as simple as it gets. You can pair some light, repetitive tasks like organizing your desk with easy-to-follow, light books to help you gradually build focus and get those minor tasks done in a jiffy. You can save your complicated reads for dedicated, distraction-free sessions to pick up later.
Bonus Tracks and Tech Tools to the rescue:
- Podcasts: Literature, productivity, or mental health topics can be great company during commutes or work sessions.
- Music: Create playlists tailored to your reading preferences. Mood reading and mood listening.
- Ambient Sounds: Explore sounds like rustling leaves, crashing waves, or a cafe hum to enhance your reading experience.
- Reading apps: Sync between physical and e-books across devices, if that’s a possibility for you.
- Note-taking apps: Capture your thoughts and insights on your daily reads easily, anywhere and anytime.
- Productivity apps: Organize your tasks, set reminders, and create a balanced schedule which helps you enjoy the best of both worlds.
Multitasking can be a powerful tool for creating a well-rounded life. It’s not about doing more, it’s about doing things differently. So, create your own reading-infused journey, embrace the joy of multitasking, and let your life be a life filled with books, coffee, and productivity.
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