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Research shows that 2.5 to 4 hours after waking is when your brain is sharpest. Early morning is also when you’re most disciplined.
Do the work of your choice early in the day.
When the afternoon brain fog hits, it's often just because of our natural circadian rhythm.
First, take a break. Get a snack or a power nap if you can.
What you need next is a mini-version of your morning ritual. Review your goals and the progress you’ve made this morning. Nothing is more motivating than progress.
When energy is high, that’s when you want to focus on creative, challenging work.
When energy is low, do busy work: some mindless tasks, that don't require much of your decision-making muscles and creativity.
Take the evening off to recharge.
What does work? Seeing friends and active hobbies. What doesn’t? More passive activities like TV, video games and eating.
Past that, get to bed. You can't cheat yourself on sleep and not see negative effects.