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Boost Your Productivity with the Pomodoro Technique:
Work Smarter, Not Harder!
Rosanne Santos
October 02, 2023
The Pomodoro Technique is like your productivity bestie. It's a simple time management method created by Francesco Cirillo in the '80s. Here's how you can use it without breaking a sweat:
Pick Your Task: First, decide what you want to get done, whether it's studying, writing, or just cleaning your messy room.
Timer Time: Set a timer for 25 minutes. This is your "Pomodoro" – don't ask why it's called that, just roll with it. You can use your phone or a fancy app.
Dive In: During those 25 minutes, go all-in on your task. Say "adios" to distractions like social media or random thoughts about what's for dinner. If you remember something else you need to do, jot it down for later.
Chill Break: When the timer rings, take a 5-minute breather. Stretch, grab a snack, or do a little dance. It's your time to chill.
Repeat: Start another Pomodoro with 25 minutes of solid work, and then take another 5-minute mini-vacation.
Big Break: After you've completed four Pomodoros (about 2 hours), treat yourself to a longer break of 15-30 minutes. Maybe watch a funny cat video or just relax.
Keep Going: You can keep this Pomodoro rhythm going for as long as you like, depending on your groove. Some folks find a few cycles do the trick, while others go for the long haul.
Examples:
Study Sesh: Imagine you're studying for an exam. Set a timer for 25 minutes, dive into your notes, and when it dings, take a 5-minute break. Keep repeating until you've done four rounds, then give yourself a well-deserved longer break.
Paper Panic: Got a research paper to tackle? Same deal. 25 minutes of focused writing, 5 minutes of chill, rinse, and repeat.
Clean Sweep: And hey, even cleaning your place can be less painful. 25 minutes of hardcore cleaning, 5 minutes of lounging, and keep going until your place sparkles.
The Pomodoro Technique works because it helps you stay focused and gives you regular mini-breaks, keeping you sharp and energized. You can tweak the times to fit your groove, but the key is sticking to the work-break rhythm. Good luck, and happy Pomodoro-ing! 🍅🕒💪 ~RS
"Every day, I choose to work smarter, not harder. I maximize my efficiency and achieve more with less effort. I am the master of my time, and I use it wisely to create success."
Good Afternoon. It's Monday, Oct. 2, and we're covering a last-minute government funding deal, flooding in the Big Apple, and much more.
Shutdown Averted (for Now)Lawmakers avoided a federal government shutdown over the weekend, agreeing to a 45-day stopgap funding bill ahead of a Saturday night deadline. The bipartisan measure passed the House by a vote of 335-91, with the Senate following suit, 88-9. The bill extends current funding levels during the timeframe, adding $16B for disaster relief and omitting new funding for Ukraine. Deluge in New YorkRoughly 23 million Americans were under flood watches Saturday after heavy rains doused areas of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut throughout Friday. The National Weather Service reported the rains made New York's wettest September day since 1960. Trump Civil TrialA civil trial against former President Donald Trump begins today in New York City, with a judge set to determine penalties after determining he and his company committed fraud. State court Justice Arthur Engoron ruled last week the Trump Organization significantly inflated the value of its real estate assets to obtain better terms on financial deals. Politics & World Affairs> Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) signals he will appoint a Black woman to temporarily replace the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein, won't select any candidates currently running in the 2024 race to fill the seat (More) | US Supreme Court begins new term today (More) Sports, Entertainment, & CultureWhile Brittany Mahomes got an invite to girls’ night… Taylor Swift enjoyed another Sunday Night Football. | > MLB regular season wraps; see playoff bracket and schedule for all 12 postseason teams (More) > Europe tops the US to win the Ryder Cup for the eighth time in the last 11 matches (More) | Science & Technology> Scientists discover two types of brain cells that appear to protect against dementia and Alzheimer's disease, even if other increased risk factors are present (More) > NASA's Perseverance rover captures Martian whirlwind, offering insights into the planet's atmospheric dynamics (More) Business & Markets> US stock markets close mixed Friday (S&P 500 -0.3%, Dow -0.5%, Nasdaq +0.1%); S&P 500 and Nasdaq close out worst month in 2023, down 4.9% and 5.8% in September (More) > Student loan payments return after three-year pandemic hiatus; 40 million Americans owe student loans totaling over $1T (More) > JetBlue Airways to increase flight attendant pay 5%; union will support airline’s proposed acquisition of Spirit Airlines (More) |
Wine on a Dime ? Maybe not….
Big boats, lots of wine, a spooky find
25k: Bottles of wine being auctioned off by Taiwanese billionaire and Yageo Corp. founder Pierre Chen. Though the haul, worth ~$50m, is the biggest, most-expensive wine collection to ever hit the auction block, Chen has been collecting bottles for 40+ years and has even more. He’ll serve some when he opens his first restaurant in Paris, where he’ll act as chief sommelier.
Am I Stirring Up Drama?
THE STORY…..
Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) is on a mission to boot the House Speaker out of their seat.
Whats the Hubbub?
Well, it's all about the House Speaker, Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), playing nice with Democrats to dodge a last-minute government shutdown. McCarthy had a tough time convincing the far-right House Freedom Caucus to get behind a short-term spending bill, or frankly, anything he tries to do. This includes his nail-biting four-day battle for the House Speaker title earlier this year. To secure those votes, McCarthy had to change the rules and allow just one lawmaker to move to kick him out. Now, Gaetz is gearing up to give McCarthy the boot.
What's Gaetz Saying?
Gaetz is basically saying McCarthy's deal with the Democrats was the last straw. He's planning to officially file a motion to kick McCarthy out this week. McCarthy, on the other hand, is daring Gaetz with a "bring it on." To pull this off, Gaetz needs 218 House members on his side, which might mean teaming up with some Democrats – yes, the very thing he criticized McCarthy for. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) is all in, saying she'd "absolutely" vote to oust McCarthy. Word on the street is, they're already thinking about who could replace McCarthy, with names like Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN) floating around... if it even gets to that point.
This drama has been brewing for months, with McCarthy, Gaetz, and the House Freedom Caucus locking horns. And with the 2024 election just around the corner, things could get even spicier. 🍿🔥
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Tupac Shakur’s family. Last week, Las Vegas police arrested Duane Keith Davis, for the 1996 killing of the rapper. The case went unsolved for years, but then Davis spoke about his involvement in the murder in a 2019 memoir. He wrote he was in the front seat of the car that fired shots at Shakur. Now, after 27 years, police said Davis “ordered the death” of Shakur. His sister, Sekyiwa “Set” Shakur, called the arrest a “pivotal moment.”
Acts of Kindness
Penn Grads Design Innovative Community Grocer for SNAP Recipients
Nearly a third of Philadelphia residents belong to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, but due to federal regulations, members can’t use those benefits to purchase heated or prepared foods. Two recent University of Pennsylvania grads have developed a model to legally circumvent that rule through a creative nonprofit called The Community Grocer.
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