That's my first 'deep work' session complete. Feels good to have focused on a single project for that length of time.
Over 4000 words written, and I have a much clearer idea of what the structure of the book will be.
I didn't use the internet at all during my session. This is how I managed that:
Over 4000 words written, and I have a much clearer idea of what the structure of the book will be.
I didn't use the internet at all during my session. This is how I managed that:
- I switched off the internet
- Closed all windows apart from where I'm writing my book
- I've got a stack of index cards next to me to note anything on my mind not related to the book
- I took 'author's notes' to prompt me to do some research on specific things later when I'm not in 'deep work' mode.
I also started researching through my personal journals from the past two years. I can now see that this will take quite a bit of time to go through. I'm looking forward to the exercise and not just for the book, but it's going to be good for me to look through the past few years and see where I was back then.
Going out for a long walk now before starting work.
My next 'deep work' session is planned for Monday 5th April - see you then!
Chris.