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BRAIN BREAK: Additional tools

The Pomodoro Technique: An Effective Time Management Tool

The Pomodoro technique is a great tool to help you focus better when studying. Next time you need to study, try out the Pomodoro technique which is a structured series of shorter periods of focus that builds in time for your brain to take a break. Here's the general structure: 

  1. Select a single task to focus on
  2. Set a timer for 25-30 min. and work continuously until the timer goes off
  3. Take a productive 5 min. break-walk around, get a snack, relax
  4. Repeat steps 2 & 3 for 4 rounds
  5. Take a longer (20-30 min.) break