AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – We use timers all the time. In the kitchen. At the gym. Even asking Alexa or Siri to remind us to leave the house on time.
But timers can also be one of the simplest tools for staying focused.
If you’ve ever picked up your phone to check one notification and somehow lost 20 minutes, you’re not alone. A couple of surprisingly simple apps are using timers in smart ways to help cut down on distractions.
Using the Pomodoro Method
Some people use something called the Pomodoro Technique. It’s a focus strategy built around working in 25-minute sessions followed by short five-minute breaks. After four rounds, you take a longer break of 15 to 30 minutes…