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    7 Productivity Tips that Can Change Your Life, at Work and at Home

    by James Dorian Oct 11, 2019 5 minutes
    7 Productivity Tips that Can Change Your Life, at Work and at Home by James Dorian. Photograph of a laptop and a journal that says "getting things done" on the cover by Anete Lusina
    Photograph by Anete Lusina

    Productivity is more than achievement; it’s intention, learning, and habits all rolled in together. Here are some tips to help you get more out of life

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    Did you know that mindfulness has a lot to do with productivity?

    I didn’t get the connection at first. I started doing yoga when I was in between jobs, so I had a lot of free time on my hands. When I started working and I had to fit the practice within my daily obligations, I realized how it could change your life from a different perspective: productivity.

    I noticed that I was less productive on days when I skipped practice. I have an hour “less” on days when I practice, but I’m more focused and determined to finish on time.

    That’s what productivity is all about. When you find the right balance between your personal and professional life, you feel at peace. You know you have tasks to complete, but you’re not stressed out about them.  

    Through some research and from my personal experience, I collected 7 productivity tips that can

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