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The Weekly Protocol

Get one 5-minute, science-backed protocol every Tuesday—plus tools, guides, and experiments for calmer, more productive work.

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    What you'll get

    A 5-minute, do-this-today protocol—no link dumps.
    Every issue includes when to use it, why it works, 3–5 clear steps, and a tiny asset you can save or print.

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    Why it's different

    • Action-first. One tactic you can try today—no vague advice.
    • Evidence-based. Plain-English takeaways from solid research, not hype.
    • Practical. Scripts, checklists, and 2-minute setups you'll actually use.
    • Time-light. Read in ~5 minutes; apply in <10.
    • Tool-agnostic. Works in whatever apps you already use.
    • Zero noise. One topic, one protocol, one tiny experiment.
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    Inside each issue

    • The Moment: When to use this (e.g., "post-lunch slump," "pre-meeting nerves").
    • Why it works: The key mechanism in 6–8 sentences.
    • The Protocol (3–5 steps): Do this → then this → then this.
    • Tiny experiment: A quick test to run today and measure tomorrow.
    • Asset: A checklist, script, or 2-minute setup you can save.
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    Topics we cover

    • Focus & Attention: Beat context switching; design deep-work blocks.
    • Sleep & Recovery: Micro-breaks that restore energy; simple wind-downs.
    • Motivation & Procrastination: Start lines, friction hacks, dopamine done right.
    • Mindful Planning & Time: Priority ladders, time-boxing vs. time-blocking.
    • Habits & Behavior Change: Identity-based habits; relapse plans that stick.
    • Digital & Workplace Hygiene: Notification architecture; meeting sanity.
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      Sample Protocols

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      That 'Break' You Just Took? It Wasn't a Break

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