[{"_path":"/blog/how-to-focus-on-yourself","_draft":false,"_partial":false,"_empty":false,"title":"How To Focus On Yourself","description":"Dead simple steps to focusing on what matters most: Your Life","excerpt":{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"introduction"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Introduction"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"There are times when we all feel like we can’t focus on the right things. It could be because of our work, family or personal life, and it can prevent us from doing well in any aspect of our lives. But there is a way to make sure that you are focused easily on something specific without having your mind wander off somewhere else: "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"focusing on yourself"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The best thing we can do for the people we care about is take care of ourselves first"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Why? Because when you take care of yourself, you not only set a great example for those around you, but you're also mentally prepared to help others because you're not distracted thinking about your own issues.\n"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"In this blog we're going to show you how you can "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"focus on yourself,"}]}]},{"type":"text","value":" so you can be a better person, co-worker, co-student, friend, family member and ultimately a better version of yourself."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"5-simple-steps-to-help-you-focus-on-yourself-and-take-control-of-your-life"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"5 simple steps to help you focus on yourself and take control of your life"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"5 simple steps to focus on yourself","src":"/images/how-to-focus-on-yourself/5-steps-to-focus-on-yourself.jpeg"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Decide what about yourself you want to focus on."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Decide why you want to focus on it."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Create a success plan and schedule time for it."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Execute your plan."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Make it a habit."}]}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Let's break each step down, so you can focus on yourself and optimize your life."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"1-decide-what-about-yourself-you-want-to-focus-on"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"#1. Decide what about yourself you want to focus on."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"When you're deciding what about yourself to focus on, it's important to make sure that your goal is realistic. If you want to become a doctor by the time you're 30 but in reality, don't even know how to boil an egg yet, then perhaps becoming a doctor isn't the best thing for you right now."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Also make sure that whatever aspect of yourself that you are focusing on is something within your control. We cannot change things that we do not control, so it's important to choose things in your locus of control. For example, you could choose to improve your habits, communication style, personality and daily actions. Pick areas of your life that need work and where you can take action toward improving, one day at a time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"2-decide-why-you-want-to-focus-on-it"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"#2 Decide why you want to focus on it."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Deciding why you want to focus on a specific area of your life will help keep your attention on the right things. When you're stuck, or feeling discouraged, asking yourself these questions can help you remember what's important:"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ul","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Why do I want to focus on this?"}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"How will this benefit me?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"How will this help me achieve my goals?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Will this improve my life in some way?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Will this make me feel better about myself?"}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Knowing why you want to focus on yourself is critically important. Make sure you write down your 'why'. When you're feeling unmotivated or distracted, reread your 'why' and get back on your mission to focus on yourself to improve your life."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"3-create-a-success-plan-and-schedule-time-for-it"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"#3 Create a success plan and schedule time for it."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Now that you know the what and the why, it's time to create a success plan. This can be done by writing down your goals and making a plan to achieve them. Once you've done that, break the goals down into smaller goals. Order your goals based on what's most important to you. After that, it's time to schedule."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Next, "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"schedule time for your self-focus"}]},{"type":"text","value":". I’m going to say this again: "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"schedule it"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Don’t let it be an afterthought. Don’t let it be a second priority, either; you need to make sure that self-focus gets done before other things. That means scheduling a chunk of time for yourself in advance, and then making sure you stick with that commitment so that your self-focus doesn’t become an afterthought or something you squeeze into free moments here and there throughout the day (which will probably end up being too little)."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"To avoid feeling overwhelmed by all the things we have going on in our lives—work, relationships, family obligations—we often feel compelled to cram our personal needs into whatever small pockets of time we can find between taking care of others and doing things we enjoy. This may work sometimes but as soon as life gets busy again (and it always does), those “pockets” are gone and yet another important area of your life languishes while being ignored due to lack of focus and attention from yourself. "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Always make time for yourself"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"4-execute-your-plan"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"#4 Execute your plan."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"All the hard work is already done, now it's time to execute your self-focus plan. When you're trying to focus on yourself, it's easy to get distracted by all the things that could be done. But if you try to do too many things at once, it actually becomes more difficult for your brain to concentrate on any one thing. "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Focus on just the one thing you've planned"}]},{"type":"text","value":" to improve, tackle it and move on to the next thing."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"5-make-it-a-habit"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"#5 Make it a habit."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The power of habits is that it takes no effort to "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"execute your self-focus routine after you've implemented it"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Studies show it takes 21 days or more to form a habit. Once your self-focus habit forms, you won't have to think about it and can run on autopilot. Until your habit forms keep planning, scheduling and executing your self-focus routine. Soon it will be a natural part of your life, and so will all the benefits that come with "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"focusing on yourself"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"conclusion"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Conclusion"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"We hope that this article gave you a great strategy to help you focus on yourself and improve your life. If you're looking for more life and time management tips, feel free to check out our other blogs."}]}]},"image":"/images/how-to-focus-on-yourself/how-to-focus-on-yourself.jpeg","createdDate":"7/14/2022","showCTA":false,"showSubscribe":true,"body":{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"introduction"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Introduction"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"There are times when we all feel like we can’t focus on the right things. It could be because of our work, family or personal life, and it can prevent us from doing well in any aspect of our lives. But there is a way to make sure that you are focused easily on something specific without having your mind wander off somewhere else: "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"focusing on yourself"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The best thing we can do for the people we care about is take care of ourselves first"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Why? Because when you take care of yourself, you not only set a great example for those around you, but you're also mentally prepared to help others because you're not distracted thinking about your own issues.\n"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"In this blog we're going to show you how you can "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"focus on yourself,"}]}]},{"type":"text","value":" so you can be a better person, co-worker, co-student, friend, family member and ultimately a better version of yourself."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"5-simple-steps-to-help-you-focus-on-yourself-and-take-control-of-your-life"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"5 simple steps to help you focus on yourself and take control of your life"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"5 simple steps to focus on yourself","src":"/images/how-to-focus-on-yourself/5-steps-to-focus-on-yourself.jpeg"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Decide what about yourself you want to focus on."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Decide why you want to focus on it."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Create a success plan and schedule time for it."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Execute your plan."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Make it a habit."}]}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Let's break each step down, so you can focus on yourself and optimize your life."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"1-decide-what-about-yourself-you-want-to-focus-on"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"#1. Decide what about yourself you want to focus on."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"When you're deciding what about yourself to focus on, it's important to make sure that your goal is realistic. If you want to become a doctor by the time you're 30 but in reality, don't even know how to boil an egg yet, then perhaps becoming a doctor isn't the best thing for you right now."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Also make sure that whatever aspect of yourself that you are focusing on is something within your control. We cannot change things that we do not control, so it's important to choose things in your locus of control. For example, you could choose to improve your habits, communication style, personality and daily actions. Pick areas of your life that need work and where you can take action toward improving, one day at a time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"2-decide-why-you-want-to-focus-on-it"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"#2 Decide why you want to focus on it."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Deciding why you want to focus on a specific area of your life will help keep your attention on the right things. When you're stuck, or feeling discouraged, asking yourself these questions can help you remember what's important:"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ul","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Why do I want to focus on this?"}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"How will this benefit me?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"How will this help me achieve my goals?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Will this improve my life in some way?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Will this make me feel better about myself?"}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Knowing why you want to focus on yourself is critically important. Make sure you write down your 'why'. When you're feeling unmotivated or distracted, reread your 'why' and get back on your mission to focus on yourself to improve your life."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"3-create-a-success-plan-and-schedule-time-for-it"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"#3 Create a success plan and schedule time for it."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Now that you know the what and the why, it's time to create a success plan. This can be done by writing down your goals and making a plan to achieve them. Once you've done that, break the goals down into smaller goals. Order your goals based on what's most important to you. After that, it's time to schedule."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Next, "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"schedule time for your self-focus"}]},{"type":"text","value":". I’m going to say this again: "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"schedule it"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Don’t let it be an afterthought. Don’t let it be a second priority, either; you need to make sure that self-focus gets done before other things. That means scheduling a chunk of time for yourself in advance, and then making sure you stick with that commitment so that your self-focus doesn’t become an afterthought or something you squeeze into free moments here and there throughout the day (which will probably end up being too little)."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"To avoid feeling overwhelmed by all the things we have going on in our lives—work, relationships, family obligations—we often feel compelled to cram our personal needs into whatever small pockets of time we can find between taking care of others and doing things we enjoy. This may work sometimes but as soon as life gets busy again (and it always does), those “pockets” are gone and yet another important area of your life languishes while being ignored due to lack of focus and attention from yourself. "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Always make time for yourself"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"4-execute-your-plan"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"#4 Execute your plan."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"All the hard work is already done, now it's time to execute your self-focus plan. When you're trying to focus on yourself, it's easy to get distracted by all the things that could be done. But if you try to do too many things at once, it actually becomes more difficult for your brain to concentrate on any one thing. "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Focus on just the one thing you've planned"}]},{"type":"text","value":" to improve, tackle it and move on to the next thing."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"5-make-it-a-habit"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"#5 Make it a habit."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The power of habits is that it takes no effort to "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"execute your self-focus routine after you've implemented it"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Studies show it takes 21 days or more to form a habit. Once your self-focus habit forms, you won't have to think about it and can run on autopilot. Until your habit forms keep planning, scheduling and executing your self-focus routine. Soon it will be a natural part of your life, and so will all the benefits that come with "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"focusing on yourself"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"conclusion"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Conclusion"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"We hope that this article gave you a great strategy to help you focus on yourself and improve your life. If you're looking for more life and time management tips, feel free to check out our other blogs."}]}],"toc":{"title":"","searchDepth":2,"depth":2,"links":[{"id":"introduction","depth":2,"text":"Introduction"},{"id":"5-simple-steps-to-help-you-focus-on-yourself-and-take-control-of-your-life","depth":2,"text":"5 simple steps to help you focus on yourself and take control of your life"},{"id":"1-decide-what-about-yourself-you-want-to-focus-on","depth":2,"text":"#1. Decide what about yourself you want to focus on."},{"id":"2-decide-why-you-want-to-focus-on-it","depth":2,"text":"#2 Decide why you want to focus on it."},{"id":"3-create-a-success-plan-and-schedule-time-for-it","depth":2,"text":"#3 Create a success plan and schedule time for it."},{"id":"4-execute-your-plan","depth":2,"text":"#4 Execute your plan."},{"id":"5-make-it-a-habit","depth":2,"text":"#5 Make it a habit."},{"id":"conclusion","depth":2,"text":"Conclusion"}]}},"_type":"markdown","_id":"content:blog:how-to-focus-on-yourself.md","_source":"content","_file":"blog/how-to-focus-on-yourself.md","_extension":"md"},{"_path":"/blog/introducing-timeva","_draft":false,"_partial":false,"_empty":false,"title":"Introducing Timeva - Manage your time your way","description":"Simplistic, customizable productivity timer for your digital work","excerpt":{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"its-time-to-take-control-of-your-time"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"It's time to take control of your time"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Let's face it, "},{"type":"element","tag":"span","props":{"className":["text-green"]},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"em","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"your time is your life"}]}]},{"type":"text","value":" and the harsh truth is that you're always running out of time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{"className":["text-gray-400"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n In the "},{"type":"element","tag":"span","props":{"className":["text-yellow"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"digital age"}]},{"type":"text","value":", everyone wants your time and your attention.\n"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{"className":["text-gray-400"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\nIt doesn't matter if it's your friends, family, boss, tv, computer, or phone the truth is everyone wants a slice of your time.\n"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{"className":["text-gray-400"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\nIn the "},{"type":"element","tag":"span","props":{"className":["text-yellow"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"digital age"}]},{"type":"text","value":" where your attention is a commodity, it's never been more important to "},{"type":"element","tag":"span","props":{"className":["text-green"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"manage your time"}]},{"type":"text","value":".\n"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva was built for this very reason."}]},{"type":"text","value":" To help you manage your time your way, in the "},{"type":"element","tag":"span","props":{"className":["text-yellow"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"digital age"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Timeva logo","src":"/images/timeva-logo.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"introducing-timeva-the-simple-customizable-productivity-timer-built-for-the-digital-age"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Introducing Timeva. The simple, customizable productivity timer built for the digital age"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva is an unopinionated, simple, and customizable timer built for the digital age."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Here are 3 ways Timeva is being used to help digital builders manage their time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{"className":["space-y-8"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Distractionless work/study period"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"i","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Remove all distractions"}]},{"type":"text","value":" around you and set a timer for 30 minutes. Don't let anything distract you during this period. You'll be amazed at how much you accomplish.\n "},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"src":"/images/coding-with-timeva.png","alt":"Coding with timeva"},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{"className":["space-y-8"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timebox your video editing"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"i","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Some tasks can go on forever"}]},{"type":"text","value":" if you're not keeping track. \n "},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"Set an hour-long timer and minimize Timeva into micro mode so you can visualize how much time you're spending."},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"src":"/images/timeva-in-micro-mode.png","alt":"Video editing with timeva in micro mode"},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{"className":["space-y-8"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Take breaks and come back stronger"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"i","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Breaks are super underrated"}]},{"type":"text","value":". No wonder there's so much burn out. Sometimes the best thing to do is stop, take a break, and come back stronger. Set a 15 minute timer to relax and watch YouTube or step away for a bit.\n "},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"src":"/images/take-a-break-with-timeva.png","alt":"Take a break with timeva"},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"take-control-of-your-time"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Take control of your time"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"We're just scratching the surface of all the ways you can use Timeva to manage your time and your life."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva was built for digital doers like you. Get started "},{"type":"element","tag":"em","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"free"}]},{"type":"text","value":", today."}]}]},"image":"/images/timeva-logo-themed.png","createdDate":"6/15/2022","showCTA":true,"body":{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"its-time-to-take-control-of-your-time"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"It's time to take control of your time"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Let's face it, "},{"type":"element","tag":"span","props":{"className":["text-green"]},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"em","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"your time is your life"}]}]},{"type":"text","value":" and the harsh truth is that you're always running out of time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{"className":["text-gray-400"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n In the "},{"type":"element","tag":"span","props":{"className":["text-yellow"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"digital age"}]},{"type":"text","value":", everyone wants your time and your attention.\n"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{"className":["text-gray-400"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\nIt doesn't matter if it's your friends, family, boss, tv, computer, or phone the truth is everyone wants a slice of your time.\n"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{"className":["text-gray-400"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\nIn the "},{"type":"element","tag":"span","props":{"className":["text-yellow"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"digital age"}]},{"type":"text","value":" where your attention is a commodity, it's never been more important to "},{"type":"element","tag":"span","props":{"className":["text-green"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"manage your time"}]},{"type":"text","value":".\n"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva was built for this very reason."}]},{"type":"text","value":" To help you manage your time your way, in the "},{"type":"element","tag":"span","props":{"className":["text-yellow"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"digital age"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Timeva logo","src":"/images/timeva-logo.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"introducing-timeva-the-simple-customizable-productivity-timer-built-for-the-digital-age"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Introducing Timeva. The simple, customizable productivity timer built for the digital age"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva is an unopinionated, simple, and customizable timer built for the digital age."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Here are 3 ways Timeva is being used to help digital builders manage their time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{"className":["space-y-8"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Distractionless work/study period"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"i","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Remove all distractions"}]},{"type":"text","value":" around you and set a timer for 30 minutes. Don't let anything distract you during this period. You'll be amazed at how much you accomplish.\n "},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"src":"/images/coding-with-timeva.png","alt":"Coding with timeva"},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{"className":["space-y-8"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timebox your video editing"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"i","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Some tasks can go on forever"}]},{"type":"text","value":" if you're not keeping track. \n "},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"Set an hour-long timer and minimize Timeva into micro mode so you can visualize how much time you're spending."},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"src":"/images/timeva-in-micro-mode.png","alt":"Video editing with timeva in micro mode"},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{"className":["space-y-8"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Take breaks and come back stronger"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"i","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Breaks are super underrated"}]},{"type":"text","value":". No wonder there's so much burn out. Sometimes the best thing to do is stop, take a break, and come back stronger. Set a 15 minute timer to relax and watch YouTube or step away for a bit.\n "},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"src":"/images/take-a-break-with-timeva.png","alt":"Take a break with timeva"},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"take-control-of-your-time"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Take control of your time"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"We're just scratching the surface of all the ways you can use Timeva to manage your time and your life."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva was built for digital doers like you. Get started "},{"type":"element","tag":"em","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"free"}]},{"type":"text","value":", today."}]}],"toc":{"title":"","searchDepth":2,"depth":2,"links":[{"id":"its-time-to-take-control-of-your-time","depth":2,"text":"It's time to take control of your time"},{"id":"introducing-timeva-the-simple-customizable-productivity-timer-built-for-the-digital-age","depth":2,"text":"Introducing Timeva. The simple, customizable productivity timer built for the digital age"},{"id":"take-control-of-your-time","depth":2,"text":"Take control of your time"}]}},"_type":"markdown","_id":"content:blog:introducing-timeva.md","_source":"content","_file":"blog/introducing-timeva.md","_extension":"md"},{"_path":"/blog/is-time-management-a-skill","_draft":false,"_partial":false,"_empty":false,"title":"Is time management a skill?","description":"Productivity gurus and business owners talk about it, but what is time management really? Is it a skill? Can you improve it?","excerpt":{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"introduction"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Introduction"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"You've probably heard the phrase “time management” from productivity gurus and successful business owners."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Despite this, it’s unclear what it actually means. Is it a skill? If so, how can you get better at it? How can you manage something as abstract as time?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"In this article, we’ll answer these questions and explain what time management is all about."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"You’ll learn why it’s important to manage your time effectively and find out "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"four techniques"}]},{"type":"text","value":" to improve your time management."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Plus, we'll share WHY you should care about time management by explaining several benefits of proper time management."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Let's get into it 🚀🚀🚀"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"what-is-time-management"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"What is time management?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"What is time management?","src":"/images/is-time-management-a-skill/what-is-time-management.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Time management is the process of planning and exercising conscious control over the amount of time spent on specific activities."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"It includes your ability to prioritize, delegate and manage expectations. The goal of time management is to maximize productivity by allocating your resources efficiently, while balancing other responsibilities and commitments in order to achieve desired results within an available timeframe."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"em","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Time management is also referred to as “time budgeting” or “time awareness.\""}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"is-time-management-a-skill"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Is time management a skill?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"If you're looking for a way to become more productive or spend less time working, "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"time management is the skill you need"}]},{"type":"text","value":". "},{"type":"element","tag":"em","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Time management is a skill that can be learned"}]},{"type":"text","value":", improved and honed over time. It's a skill that can be developed and mastered "},{"type":"element","tag":"em","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"if you are willing to put in the work."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Time management is not something that's innate; it's something that must be learned and practiced regularly until it becomes second nature, like riding a bicycle or cooking a meal without having to look at the recipe each time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"benefits-of-time-management"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Benefits of time management"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Benefits of time management","src":"/images/is-time-management-a-skill/benefits-of-time-management.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"There are MANY benefits to being organizing your time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"When you manage your time something incredible happens: "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"You get more of it."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"You "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"save time"}]},{"type":"text","value":" by doing things ahead of time, when you've scheduled the activity, instead of waiting until the last minute."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"You feel "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"less stressed"}]},{"type":"text","value":" because your day isn't filled with interruptions. Time management is about doing one thing at a time extremely well, then moving on to the next."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"When you manage your time, your workday ends on schedule instead of running late (or early)."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"When you manage your time, "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"you get to spend more time with the people you love, doing the things you love."}]}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"how-to-build-your-time-management-skills"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"How to build your time management skills"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"How to build your time management skills","src":"/images/is-time-management-a-skill/how-to-build-your-time-management-skills.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"If you want to build your time management skills, then there are a number of ways to do so. Here are some that you can try:"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ul","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Write it down"}]},{"type":"text","value":". First things first, "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"if you don't make a plan, your planning for nothing"}]},{"type":"text","value":". It only takes 5 minutes each night to write down exactly what you want to accomplish tomorrow. Keep it simple. Don't stuff your day. After you've gotten in the habit of writing your goals down, you can move them into a productivity tool like "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://www.notion.so","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"notion"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Prioritize"}]},{"type":"text","value":" what's most "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"important to you"}]},{"type":"text","value":". You have the most energy and will power right at the beginning of the day when you wake. This is when you should tackle the most important tasks of your day. The most important things to you should always come first."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Take breaks"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Guess what, when you take breaks in between tasks, "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"you come back stronger"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Don't burn out, take breaks. Use time management techniques like the "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"pomodoro technique"}]},{"type":"text","value":" to ensure you don't burn out while you're working through your list. The pomodoro technique involves focusing on a task for "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"25 minutes"}]},{"type":"text","value":" before taking a break for "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"five minutes"}]},{"type":"text","value":". The idea is that this structure will help ensure that you don’t burn out by working too long at any one point in time, and also allows your brain to rest between periods of intense focus."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Use great time management tools"}]},{"type":"text","value":". We live in the digital age which means those using better tools will get better results. Use great tools like "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva"}]},{"type":"text","value":" to help you manage your time. "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva"}]},{"type":"text","value":" was built to help you "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"manage your time your way"}]},{"type":"text","value":" in the digital age. "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva"}]},{"type":"text","value":" is a distractionless, simplistic, customizable timer built for the digital age. Learn more about Timeva "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"here"}]},{"type":"text","value":". "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"As your time management skills grow, you'll want to manage larger chunks of time. Use tools like "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://www.notion.so","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"notion"}]},{"type":"text","value":", "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://www.google.com/calendar","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"google calendar"}]},{"type":"text","value":", and "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://cron.com","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"cron"}]},{"type":"text","value":" to manage your next, week, month and year."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"conclusion"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Conclusion"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Time management is a skill that can be learned and improved. It takes practice and commitment, but it pays off in the long run due to all the benefits. If you want to learn more about how to manage your time, follow our blog for the latest articles on time management, productivity, and effective ways of working in the digital age."}]}]},"image":"/images/is-time-management-a-skill/is-time-management-a-skill.png","createdDate":"6/23/2022","showCTA":true,"showSubscribe":true,"body":{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"introduction"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Introduction"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"You've probably heard the phrase “time management” from productivity gurus and successful business owners."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Despite this, it’s unclear what it actually means. Is it a skill? If so, how can you get better at it? How can you manage something as abstract as time?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"In this article, we’ll answer these questions and explain what time management is all about."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"You’ll learn why it’s important to manage your time effectively and find out "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"four techniques"}]},{"type":"text","value":" to improve your time management."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Plus, we'll share WHY you should care about time management by explaining several benefits of proper time management."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Let's get into it 🚀🚀🚀"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"what-is-time-management"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"What is time management?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"What is time management?","src":"/images/is-time-management-a-skill/what-is-time-management.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Time management is the process of planning and exercising conscious control over the amount of time spent on specific activities."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"It includes your ability to prioritize, delegate and manage expectations. The goal of time management is to maximize productivity by allocating your resources efficiently, while balancing other responsibilities and commitments in order to achieve desired results within an available timeframe."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"em","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Time management is also referred to as “time budgeting” or “time awareness.\""}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"is-time-management-a-skill"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Is time management a skill?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"If you're looking for a way to become more productive or spend less time working, "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"time management is the skill you need"}]},{"type":"text","value":". "},{"type":"element","tag":"em","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Time management is a skill that can be learned"}]},{"type":"text","value":", improved and honed over time. It's a skill that can be developed and mastered "},{"type":"element","tag":"em","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"if you are willing to put in the work."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Time management is not something that's innate; it's something that must be learned and practiced regularly until it becomes second nature, like riding a bicycle or cooking a meal without having to look at the recipe each time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"benefits-of-time-management"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Benefits of time management"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Benefits of time management","src":"/images/is-time-management-a-skill/benefits-of-time-management.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"There are MANY benefits to being organizing your time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"When you manage your time something incredible happens: "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"You get more of it."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"You "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"save time"}]},{"type":"text","value":" by doing things ahead of time, when you've scheduled the activity, instead of waiting until the last minute."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"You feel "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"less stressed"}]},{"type":"text","value":" because your day isn't filled with interruptions. Time management is about doing one thing at a time extremely well, then moving on to the next."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"When you manage your time, your workday ends on schedule instead of running late (or early)."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"When you manage your time, "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"you get to spend more time with the people you love, doing the things you love."}]}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"how-to-build-your-time-management-skills"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"How to build your time management skills"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"How to build your time management skills","src":"/images/is-time-management-a-skill/how-to-build-your-time-management-skills.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"If you want to build your time management skills, then there are a number of ways to do so. Here are some that you can try:"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ul","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Write it down"}]},{"type":"text","value":". First things first, "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"if you don't make a plan, your planning for nothing"}]},{"type":"text","value":". It only takes 5 minutes each night to write down exactly what you want to accomplish tomorrow. Keep it simple. Don't stuff your day. After you've gotten in the habit of writing your goals down, you can move them into a productivity tool like "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://www.notion.so","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"notion"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Prioritize"}]},{"type":"text","value":" what's most "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"important to you"}]},{"type":"text","value":". You have the most energy and will power right at the beginning of the day when you wake. This is when you should tackle the most important tasks of your day. The most important things to you should always come first."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Take breaks"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Guess what, when you take breaks in between tasks, "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"you come back stronger"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Don't burn out, take breaks. Use time management techniques like the "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"pomodoro technique"}]},{"type":"text","value":" to ensure you don't burn out while you're working through your list. The pomodoro technique involves focusing on a task for "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"25 minutes"}]},{"type":"text","value":" before taking a break for "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"five minutes"}]},{"type":"text","value":". The idea is that this structure will help ensure that you don’t burn out by working too long at any one point in time, and also allows your brain to rest between periods of intense focus."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Use great time management tools"}]},{"type":"text","value":". We live in the digital age which means those using better tools will get better results. Use great tools like "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva"}]},{"type":"text","value":" to help you manage your time. "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva"}]},{"type":"text","value":" was built to help you "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"manage your time your way"}]},{"type":"text","value":" in the digital age. "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva"}]},{"type":"text","value":" is a distractionless, simplistic, customizable timer built for the digital age. Learn more about Timeva "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"here"}]},{"type":"text","value":". "},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"br","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"text","value":"As your time management skills grow, you'll want to manage larger chunks of time. Use tools like "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://www.notion.so","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"notion"}]},{"type":"text","value":", "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://www.google.com/calendar","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"google calendar"}]},{"type":"text","value":", and "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://cron.com","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"cron"}]},{"type":"text","value":" to manage your next, week, month and year."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"conclusion"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Conclusion"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Time management is a skill that can be learned and improved. It takes practice and commitment, but it pays off in the long run due to all the benefits. If you want to learn more about how to manage your time, follow our blog for the latest articles on time management, productivity, and effective ways of working in the digital age."}]}],"toc":{"title":"","searchDepth":2,"depth":2,"links":[{"id":"introduction","depth":2,"text":"Introduction"},{"id":"what-is-time-management","depth":2,"text":"What is time management?"},{"id":"is-time-management-a-skill","depth":2,"text":"Is time management a skill?"},{"id":"benefits-of-time-management","depth":2,"text":"Benefits of time management"},{"id":"how-to-build-your-time-management-skills","depth":2,"text":"How to build your time management skills"},{"id":"conclusion","depth":2,"text":"Conclusion"}]}},"_type":"markdown","_id":"content:blog:is-time-management-a-skill.md","_source":"content","_file":"blog/is-time-management-a-skill.md","_extension":"md"},{"_path":"/blog/maximize-your-productivity-with-the-pomodoro-technique","_draft":false,"_partial":false,"_empty":false,"title":"Maximize Your Productivity With The Pomodoro Technique","description":"Dive into the pomodoro technique and take your productivity to the next level.","excerpt":{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"what-is-the-pomodoro-technique"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"What is the Pomodoro Technique?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The pomodoro technique is a time management method that helps you get the "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"most out of your time"}]},{"type":"text","value":". It’s especially useful when you have a lot of tasks to complete and limited time to complete them. The pomodoro technique is easy to use, and it can be applied to most types of tasks."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Essentially, it involves working in "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"25-minute bursts with 5-minute breaks in between"}]},{"type":"text","value":". The name “pomodoro” comes from the idea of using a tomato-shaped timer to track your work. "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"em","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The pomodoro technique is based on the idea that frequent breaks are necessary for optimal productivity."}]},{"type":"text","value":" "}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"To use the pomodoro technique, all you need is a timer and a place to focus."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"how-to-use-the-pomodoro-technique"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"How to use the Pomodoro Technique"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The pomodoro technique has "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"3 simple steps"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"First, download "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva"}]},{"type":"text","value":" or use your favorite timer. Set the timer for 25 minutes. During the 25-minute period, you should focus all of your attention on the task at hand."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"25 Minute Timer","src":"/images/maximize-your-productivity-with-the-pomodoro-technique/25-minute-timer.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{"start":2},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"After the timer rings, take a 5-minute break. During this break, it is important to keep yourself from getting back to work. Instead, use the break to clear your head, take a walk, or do something else to relax and get your mind off work."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"5 Minute Timer","src":"/images/maximize-your-productivity-with-the-pomodoro-technique/5-minute-timer.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{"start":3},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Once you’re done with your break, start another pomodoro cycle by starting step #1 again."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Simple enough right? Not so fast. There are many ways to mess up your pomodoro cycles and many ways to maximize your productivity during your pomodoro study or pomodoro work cycles."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"5-ways-to-maximize-your-productivity-with-the-pomodoro-technique"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"5 Ways to Maximize your Productivity with the Pomodoro Technique"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The pomodoro technique is an effective strategy for "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"boosting your productivity"}]},{"type":"text","value":", but there are several ways to use it to get the most out of it. Here are 5 ways to maximize your productivity with the pomodoro technique."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Focus on one task at a time"}]},{"type":"text","value":" - One of the biggest things you can do to maximize your productivity with the pomodoro technique is to "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"focus on one task at a time"}]},{"type":"text","value":". When you try to multitask, you end up getting less done than if you focus on one task at a time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Set goals"}]},{"type":"text","value":" - Setting goals for yourself will help you stay on track and get the most out of your pomodoro cycles. Your goals give you a clear direction. Set specific goals and you'll get the most out of the pomodoro technique."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Take frequent breaks"}]},{"type":"text","value":" - "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Frequent breaks are essential"}]},{"type":"text","value":" to maximizing your productivity with the pomodoro technique. You should take a break after every pomodoro work timer. You might be tempted to keep working through your 5 minute break. Be careful, this makes it harder to work over longer periods of time from hours to days. Let your mind reset so you can come back stronger every pomodoro cycle."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Don't over stuff"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Be careful not to over stuff your 25 minute focus timer or your 5 minute break timer. Don’t try to use the pomodoro technique to complete tasks that are too large in scale. Instead, use it to "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"complete smaller tasks"}]},{"type":"text","value":" that you can finish in an hour or two. Then, use 2-4 pomodoro cycles to complete the work."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"See what works and what doesn't"}]},{"type":"text","value":" - Adapt to your optimal work flow. The 25 minute study/work timer with a 5 minute break is the standard pomodoro cycle but that doesn't mean it's perfect for the way YOU work. Maybe a 35 minute study/work timer with a 10 minute break works better for you! Start with the standard pomodoro technique, then "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"adapt it to fit your style"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"why-the-pomodoro-technique-works"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Why the Pomodoro Technique Works"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Why pomodoro works","src":"/images/maximize-your-productivity-with-the-pomodoro-technique/why-pomodoro-works.jpeg"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The pomodoro technique works because it helps you get into a rhythm. In order to maximize your productivity, you need to be able to enter the "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app/blog/what-is-flow","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"flow state"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Being able to get into the flow state allows you to focus on tasks for longer periods of time. This is why the pomodoro technique is so effective."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"By working in 25 minute bursts with 5 minute breaks in between, you are able to get into the flow state much more quickly. "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"You are also less likely to burn out due to the 5 minute break"}]}]},{"type":"text","value":". The pomodoro technique also requires you to be honest with yourself. When you use timers like Timeva, you're visualizing the flow of time. This makes you aware of how much time you're spending, which will help you prioritize what's most important."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"conclusion"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Conclusion"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The pomodoro technique is a time management method that helps you "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"get the most out of your time"}]}]},{"type":"text","value":". It’s especially useful when you have a lot of tasks to complete and limited time to complete them. The pomodoro technique involves working in "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"25-minute bursts, with 5-minute breaks in between"}]},{"type":"text","value":". In order to get the most out of the pomodoro technique, you need to "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"focus on one task at a time, set goals, take frequent breaks, prevent over stuffing, and adapt the pomodoro technique to fit your ideal work/study style"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]}]},"image":"/images/maximize-your-productivity-with-the-pomodoro-technique/the-pomodoro-technique.jpg","createdDate":"7/7/2022","showCTA":true,"showSubscribe":true,"body":{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"what-is-the-pomodoro-technique"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"What is the Pomodoro Technique?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The pomodoro technique is a time management method that helps you get the "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"most out of your time"}]},{"type":"text","value":". It’s especially useful when you have a lot of tasks to complete and limited time to complete them. The pomodoro technique is easy to use, and it can be applied to most types of tasks."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Essentially, it involves working in "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"25-minute bursts with 5-minute breaks in between"}]},{"type":"text","value":". The name “pomodoro” comes from the idea of using a tomato-shaped timer to track your work. "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"em","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The pomodoro technique is based on the idea that frequent breaks are necessary for optimal productivity."}]},{"type":"text","value":" "}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"To use the pomodoro technique, all you need is a timer and a place to focus."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"how-to-use-the-pomodoro-technique"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"How to use the Pomodoro Technique"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The pomodoro technique has "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"3 simple steps"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"First, download "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva"}]},{"type":"text","value":" or use your favorite timer. Set the timer for 25 minutes. During the 25-minute period, you should focus all of your attention on the task at hand."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"25 Minute Timer","src":"/images/maximize-your-productivity-with-the-pomodoro-technique/25-minute-timer.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{"start":2},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"After the timer rings, take a 5-minute break. During this break, it is important to keep yourself from getting back to work. Instead, use the break to clear your head, take a walk, or do something else to relax and get your mind off work."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"5 Minute Timer","src":"/images/maximize-your-productivity-with-the-pomodoro-technique/5-minute-timer.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{"start":3},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Once you’re done with your break, start another pomodoro cycle by starting step #1 again."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Simple enough right? Not so fast. There are many ways to mess up your pomodoro cycles and many ways to maximize your productivity during your pomodoro study or pomodoro work cycles."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"5-ways-to-maximize-your-productivity-with-the-pomodoro-technique"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"5 Ways to Maximize your Productivity with the Pomodoro Technique"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The pomodoro technique is an effective strategy for "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"boosting your productivity"}]},{"type":"text","value":", but there are several ways to use it to get the most out of it. Here are 5 ways to maximize your productivity with the pomodoro technique."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Focus on one task at a time"}]},{"type":"text","value":" - One of the biggest things you can do to maximize your productivity with the pomodoro technique is to "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"focus on one task at a time"}]},{"type":"text","value":". When you try to multitask, you end up getting less done than if you focus on one task at a time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Set goals"}]},{"type":"text","value":" - Setting goals for yourself will help you stay on track and get the most out of your pomodoro cycles. Your goals give you a clear direction. Set specific goals and you'll get the most out of the pomodoro technique."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Take frequent breaks"}]},{"type":"text","value":" - "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Frequent breaks are essential"}]},{"type":"text","value":" to maximizing your productivity with the pomodoro technique. You should take a break after every pomodoro work timer. You might be tempted to keep working through your 5 minute break. Be careful, this makes it harder to work over longer periods of time from hours to days. Let your mind reset so you can come back stronger every pomodoro cycle."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Don't over stuff"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Be careful not to over stuff your 25 minute focus timer or your 5 minute break timer. Don’t try to use the pomodoro technique to complete tasks that are too large in scale. Instead, use it to "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"complete smaller tasks"}]},{"type":"text","value":" that you can finish in an hour or two. Then, use 2-4 pomodoro cycles to complete the work."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"See what works and what doesn't"}]},{"type":"text","value":" - Adapt to your optimal work flow. The 25 minute study/work timer with a 5 minute break is the standard pomodoro cycle but that doesn't mean it's perfect for the way YOU work. Maybe a 35 minute study/work timer with a 10 minute break works better for you! Start with the standard pomodoro technique, then "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"adapt it to fit your style"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"why-the-pomodoro-technique-works"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Why the Pomodoro Technique Works"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Why pomodoro works","src":"/images/maximize-your-productivity-with-the-pomodoro-technique/why-pomodoro-works.jpeg"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The pomodoro technique works because it helps you get into a rhythm. In order to maximize your productivity, you need to be able to enter the "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app/blog/what-is-flow","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"flow state"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Being able to get into the flow state allows you to focus on tasks for longer periods of time. This is why the pomodoro technique is so effective."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"By working in 25 minute bursts with 5 minute breaks in between, you are able to get into the flow state much more quickly. "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"You are also less likely to burn out due to the 5 minute break"}]}]},{"type":"text","value":". The pomodoro technique also requires you to be honest with yourself. When you use timers like Timeva, you're visualizing the flow of time. This makes you aware of how much time you're spending, which will help you prioritize what's most important."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"conclusion"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Conclusion"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The pomodoro technique is a time management method that helps you "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"get the most out of your time"}]}]},{"type":"text","value":". It’s especially useful when you have a lot of tasks to complete and limited time to complete them. The pomodoro technique involves working in "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"25-minute bursts, with 5-minute breaks in between"}]},{"type":"text","value":". In order to get the most out of the pomodoro technique, you need to "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"focus on one task at a time, set goals, take frequent breaks, prevent over stuffing, and adapt the pomodoro technique to fit your ideal work/study style"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]}],"toc":{"title":"","searchDepth":2,"depth":2,"links":[{"id":"what-is-the-pomodoro-technique","depth":2,"text":"What is the Pomodoro Technique?"},{"id":"how-to-use-the-pomodoro-technique","depth":2,"text":"How to use the Pomodoro Technique"},{"id":"5-ways-to-maximize-your-productivity-with-the-pomodoro-technique","depth":2,"text":"5 Ways to Maximize your Productivity with the Pomodoro Technique"},{"id":"why-the-pomodoro-technique-works","depth":2,"text":"Why the Pomodoro Technique Works"},{"id":"conclusion","depth":2,"text":"Conclusion"}]}},"_type":"markdown","_id":"content:blog:maximize-your-productivity-with-the-pomodoro-technique.md","_source":"content","_file":"blog/maximize-your-productivity-with-the-pomodoro-technique.md","_extension":"md"},{"_path":"/blog/timeva-v2-is-here","_draft":false,"_partial":false,"_empty":false,"title":"Timeva v2 is here","description":"LETSS GOOOOOO. Manage your time and stay focused with Timeva v2.","excerpt":{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"introduction"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Introduction"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva has one purpose, to help you focus on your work and studies by giving you the best way to visualize and manage your most important resource: "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Your Time"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva v2..."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Is here at last."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva v2 gives you FIVE new tools to help you manage "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Your Time"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"watch-the-release-video"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Watch the release video"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"div","props":{"className":["aspect-w-16","aspect-h-9","w-full"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"iframe","props":{"src":"https://www.youtube.com/embed/1OuvEJcVWh8?start=0","title":"Timeva demo","frameBorder":"0","allow":"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture","allowFullScreen":true},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"click-and-see-whats-new-in-timeva-v2"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Click and see what's new in Timeva v2"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"fold","props":{"title":"Activity Tags","color":"green"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"className":["mb-8"],"id":"at"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Activity Tags"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Activity tags"}]},{"type":"text","value":" are simple. They give you options to choose from as you type out your activity. Save your time as your most common activities pop up by default even before you type. That's not all, keep scrolling and see how activity tags enable "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pomodoro Chaining"}]},{"type":"text","value":" and "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timesheets"}]},{"type":"text","value":".\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"safevideo","props":{"url":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/solopreneur-d8361.appspot.com/o/Timeva%2Fintro_activity_tags.mp4?alt=media&token=f8c35491-4786-4b3b-bd9e-a44b3632cec9"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"fold","props":{"title":"Pomodoro Chaining","color":"purple"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"className":["mb-8"],"id":"pc"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pomodoro Chaining"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{"className":["mb-8"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n While you're working & studying, you don't work on just one task. You work on several tasks back to back. So why not have a timer app that lets you chain together your tasks? We're excited to present "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pomodoro Chaining"}]},{"type":"text","value":".\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n Pomodoro Chaining allows you to chain together your tasks back to back so you can plan your day and get to work. Set a 15-minute timer to warm up, then a 1-hour timer to work, and then a 10-minute timer to chill. With Pomodoro Chaining, you can customize your schedule anyway you like.\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"safevideo","props":{"url":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/solopreneur-d8361.appspot.com/o/Timeva%2Fpomodoro_demo.mp4?alt=media&token=67907a3a-9716-4431-9943-e3021ab105d5"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"fold","props":{"title":"Timesheet","color":"yellow"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"className":["mb-8"],"id":"ts"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timesheet"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{"className":["mb-8"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timesheets"}]},{"type":"text","value":" are a great way to visualize your time. They give you a quick overview of your day and help you see where you're spending your time. With Timeva v2, you can now create timesheets for any day in the past.\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n Export your timesheets and use them in your personal reports. See how much time you spent on a project, or how much time you spent on a task. \n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"className":["shadow-2xl","shadow-purple/20","rounded-2xl"],"src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/timesheet.png","alt":"Timeva timesheet feature"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"fold","props":{"title":"Improved Pricing","color":"green"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"className":["mb-8"],"id":"imp"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Improved Pricing"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{"className":["mb-8"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n When we first launched Timeva, we messed up big time by locking certain features under a 5 minute time limit. We want to give new Timeva users the FULL experience of Timeva before decide to purchase. \n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n So we've removed the 5 minute time limit and made Timeva free for everyone for 30 days. We've also made Timeva's premium features more affordable. When you try Timeva v2 you'll have plenty of time to learn exactly what it can do to improve your time management.\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"className":["shadow-2xl","shadow-green/20","rounded-2xl"],"src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/improved-pricing.png","alt":"Timeva improved pricing feature"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"fold","props":{"title":"Windows Support","color":"yellow"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"className":["mb-8"],"id":"ws"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Windows Support"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n It was so painful to launch Timeva without Windows support. We've been working hard to bring Timeva to Windows, and we're excited to announce that Timeva v2 is now available on Windows.\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"className":["shadow-2xl","shadow-purple/20","rounded-2xl"],"src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/windows-release.png","alt":"Timeva windows support feature"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"hr","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"manage-your-time-and-stay-focused-with-timeva-v2"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Manage your time and stay focused with Timeva v2"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"We're incredibly thankful for all the "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"feedback and downloads"}]},{"type":"text","value":" Timeva has received so far and we're excited to finally release Timeva v2. We hope you enjoy using Timeva v2 as much as we enjoy building it (and using it)."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Download in seconds"}]},{"type":"text","value":" and let us know what you think."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{"className":["text-center"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n Mangage "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"your time"}]},{"type":"text","value":" and "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"stay focused"}]},{"type":"text","value":" with "},{"type":"element","tag":"b","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva v2"}]},{"type":"text","value":".\n"}]}]},"image":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/timeva-v2.png","createdDate":"11/18/2022","showCTA":true,"showSubscribe":false,"body":{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"introduction"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Introduction"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva has one purpose, to help you focus on your work and studies by giving you the best way to visualize and manage your most important resource: "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Your Time"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva v2..."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Is here at last."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva v2 gives you FIVE new tools to help you manage "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Your Time"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"watch-the-release-video"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Watch the release video"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"div","props":{"className":["aspect-w-16","aspect-h-9","w-full"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"iframe","props":{"src":"https://www.youtube.com/embed/1OuvEJcVWh8?start=0","title":"Timeva demo","frameBorder":"0","allow":"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture","allowFullScreen":true},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"click-and-see-whats-new-in-timeva-v2"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Click and see what's new in Timeva v2"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"fold","props":{"title":"Activity Tags","color":"green"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"className":["mb-8"],"id":"at"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Activity Tags"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Activity tags"}]},{"type":"text","value":" are simple. They give you options to choose from as you type out your activity. Save your time as your most common activities pop up by default even before you type. That's not all, keep scrolling and see how activity tags enable "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pomodoro Chaining"}]},{"type":"text","value":" and "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timesheets"}]},{"type":"text","value":".\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"safevideo","props":{"url":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/solopreneur-d8361.appspot.com/o/Timeva%2Fintro_activity_tags.mp4?alt=media&token=f8c35491-4786-4b3b-bd9e-a44b3632cec9"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"fold","props":{"title":"Pomodoro Chaining","color":"purple"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"className":["mb-8"],"id":"pc"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pomodoro Chaining"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{"className":["mb-8"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n While you're working & studying, you don't work on just one task. You work on several tasks back to back. So why not have a timer app that lets you chain together your tasks? We're excited to present "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pomodoro Chaining"}]},{"type":"text","value":".\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n Pomodoro Chaining allows you to chain together your tasks back to back so you can plan your day and get to work. Set a 15-minute timer to warm up, then a 1-hour timer to work, and then a 10-minute timer to chill. With Pomodoro Chaining, you can customize your schedule anyway you like.\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"safevideo","props":{"url":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/solopreneur-d8361.appspot.com/o/Timeva%2Fpomodoro_demo.mp4?alt=media&token=67907a3a-9716-4431-9943-e3021ab105d5"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"fold","props":{"title":"Timesheet","color":"yellow"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"className":["mb-8"],"id":"ts"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timesheet"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{"className":["mb-8"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timesheets"}]},{"type":"text","value":" are a great way to visualize your time. They give you a quick overview of your day and help you see where you're spending your time. With Timeva v2, you can now create timesheets for any day in the past.\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n Export your timesheets and use them in your personal reports. See how much time you spent on a project, or how much time you spent on a task. \n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"className":["shadow-2xl","shadow-purple/20","rounded-2xl"],"src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/timesheet.png","alt":"Timeva timesheet feature"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"fold","props":{"title":"Improved Pricing","color":"green"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"className":["mb-8"],"id":"imp"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Improved Pricing"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{"className":["mb-8"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n When we first launched Timeva, we messed up big time by locking certain features under a 5 minute time limit. We want to give new Timeva users the FULL experience of Timeva before decide to purchase. \n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n So we've removed the 5 minute time limit and made Timeva free for everyone for 30 days. We've also made Timeva's premium features more affordable. When you try Timeva v2 you'll have plenty of time to learn exactly what it can do to improve your time management.\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"className":["shadow-2xl","shadow-green/20","rounded-2xl"],"src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/improved-pricing.png","alt":"Timeva improved pricing feature"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"fold","props":{"title":"Windows Support","color":"yellow"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"className":["mb-8"],"id":"ws"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Windows Support"}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n It was so painful to launch Timeva without Windows support. We've been working hard to bring Timeva to Windows, and we're excited to announce that Timeva v2 is now available on Windows.\n "}]},{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"className":["shadow-2xl","shadow-purple/20","rounded-2xl"],"src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/windows-release.png","alt":"Timeva windows support feature"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"hr","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"manage-your-time-and-stay-focused-with-timeva-v2"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Manage your time and stay focused with Timeva v2"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"We're incredibly thankful for all the "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"feedback and downloads"}]},{"type":"text","value":" Timeva has received so far and we're excited to finally release Timeva v2. We hope you enjoy using Timeva v2 as much as we enjoy building it (and using it)."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Download in seconds"}]},{"type":"text","value":" and let us know what you think."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{"className":["text-center"]},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n Mangage "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"your time"}]},{"type":"text","value":" and "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"stay focused"}]},{"type":"text","value":" with "},{"type":"element","tag":"b","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva v2"}]},{"type":"text","value":".\n"}]}],"toc":{"title":"","searchDepth":2,"depth":2,"links":[{"id":"introduction","depth":2,"text":"Introduction"},{"id":"watch-the-release-video","depth":2,"text":"Watch the release video"},{"id":"click-and-see-whats-new-in-timeva-v2","depth":2,"text":"Click and see what's new in Timeva v2"},{"id":"at","depth":2,"text":"Activity Tags"},{"id":"pc","depth":2,"text":"Pomodoro Chaining"},{"id":"ts","depth":2,"text":"Timesheet"},{"id":"imp","depth":2,"text":"Improved Pricing"},{"id":"ws","depth":2,"text":"Windows Support"},{"id":"manage-your-time-and-stay-focused-with-timeva-v2","depth":2,"text":"Manage your time and stay focused with Timeva v2"}]}},"_type":"markdown","_id":"content:blog:timeva-v2-is-here.md","_source":"content","_file":"blog/timeva-v2-is-here.md","_extension":"md"},{"_path":"/blog/what-is-flow","_draft":false,"_partial":false,"_empty":false,"title":"What is flow?","description":"Discover the ultimate state of concentration and productivity.","excerpt":{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"introduction"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Introduction"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Are you often distracted? Do you have trouble working for long periods of time? Do you want to get more out of your time? Well, you came to the right place."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"In this blog, we'll discuss what exactly 'Flow' is, why it's important, when it can happen, and we'll give you tips on how to enter the flow on command."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Csikszentmihalyi, the psychologist who identified the concept of flow, described it as follows:"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"blockquote","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n\"Being completely involved in an activity for its own sake. The ego falls away. Time flies. Every action, movement, and thought follows inevitably from the previous one, like playing jazz.\"\n"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"what-is-flow"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"What is flow?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Flow is a state of mind where you're fully immersed in whatever you're doing"}]},{"type":"text","value":" with passion and enthusiasm. It's the feeling of being completely focused on what you're doing, so much so that nothing else matters or even exists for a period of time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"You are completely involved in the process, as well as the results of your work. If a task or activity doesn't provide an opportunity for flow, it isn't likely to be very satisfying—or successful—for very long."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Flow is important because it leads to improved performance and higher productivity over time through increased motivation, satisfaction and engagement at work (Csikszentmihalyi & LeFevre)."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"why-is-flow-important"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Why is flow important?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Why is flow important?","src":"/images/what-is-flow/why-is-flow-important.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Flow allows your mind to get lost in the moment and enter a "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"state of hyper focus"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Where you're in a state of flow, your mind is able to focus on the task at hand without worrying about other things. The end result is a feeling of being fully immersed in whatever you're doing and having passion for it."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The reason why this type of concentration can be beneficial is that it allows your mind to focus on what's important without distractions getting in the way."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"This means that when you need to get something done, there are no other concerns or thoughts distracting you from completing your work—you'll be able to achieve more by working uninterrupted for longer periods of time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"flow-can-happen-anywhere-anytime"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Flow can happen anywhere, anytime"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Flow can happen where you're working out, studying, playing sports, working, or doing anything that is challenging and engaging. It can also occur during more \"mundane\" tasks like cooking or cleaning the house. While these tasks may seem simple and repetitive, they require focus and skill in order to be completed effectively."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"When it comes to experience flow, it's all about how you’re feeling—the momentary intensity of your emotions. If a task is interesting enough for you to focus on without being too difficult or easy, then there's a good chance that you've entered into flow state (even if it isn't necessarily fun)."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"3-simple-tips-to-enter-the-flow"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"3 simple tips to enter the Flow"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Three Tips To Enter The Flow State","src":"/images/what-is-flow/three-tips-to-enter-the-flow-state.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Avoid multitasking"}]},{"type":"text","value":". When you multitask your mind has to keep context switching between tasks. This prevents you from entering the flow where your mind can focus on one mission."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Remove distractions"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Distractions are harmful because they can interrupt your flow or prevent you from entering the flow all together. Turn your phone notifications off, create a quiet workspace for yourself, and let yourself dive into your work without distractions."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Eliminate worries"}]},{"type":"text","value":". It can be hard to enter the flow when you're worried about something. Take care of whatever is worrying you first. If you can't, you can use "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app/blog/is-time-management-a-skill","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"time management"}]},{"type":"text","value":" techniques like time boxing to give yourself time to focus on one thing at a time. Apps like "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva"}]},{"type":"text","value":" can help you time box your work."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"conclusion"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Conclusion"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Flow is a state of mind where you're fully immersed in whatever you're doing"}]},{"type":"text","value":" with passion and enthusiasm. In the Flow State, you're able to achieve high levels of concentration and extreme productivity. Flow can be achieved by focusing on one task at a time, removing distractions, and by eliminating worries. If you want to do more, "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"create environments that make it easy to enter the flow"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]}]},"image":"/images/what-is-flow/what-is-flow.png","createdDate":"7/1/2022","showCTA":false,"showSubscribe":true,"body":{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"introduction"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Introduction"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Are you often distracted? Do you have trouble working for long periods of time? Do you want to get more out of your time? Well, you came to the right place."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"In this blog, we'll discuss what exactly 'Flow' is, why it's important, when it can happen, and we'll give you tips on how to enter the flow on command."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Csikszentmihalyi, the psychologist who identified the concept of flow, described it as follows:"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"blockquote","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n\"Being completely involved in an activity for its own sake. The ego falls away. Time flies. Every action, movement, and thought follows inevitably from the previous one, like playing jazz.\"\n"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"what-is-flow"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"What is flow?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Flow is a state of mind where you're fully immersed in whatever you're doing"}]},{"type":"text","value":" with passion and enthusiasm. It's the feeling of being completely focused on what you're doing, so much so that nothing else matters or even exists for a period of time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"You are completely involved in the process, as well as the results of your work. If a task or activity doesn't provide an opportunity for flow, it isn't likely to be very satisfying—or successful—for very long."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Flow is important because it leads to improved performance and higher productivity over time through increased motivation, satisfaction and engagement at work (Csikszentmihalyi & LeFevre)."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"why-is-flow-important"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Why is flow important?"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Why is flow important?","src":"/images/what-is-flow/why-is-flow-important.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Flow allows your mind to get lost in the moment and enter a "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"state of hyper focus"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Where you're in a state of flow, your mind is able to focus on the task at hand without worrying about other things. The end result is a feeling of being fully immersed in whatever you're doing and having passion for it."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The reason why this type of concentration can be beneficial is that it allows your mind to focus on what's important without distractions getting in the way."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"This means that when you need to get something done, there are no other concerns or thoughts distracting you from completing your work—you'll be able to achieve more by working uninterrupted for longer periods of time."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"flow-can-happen-anywhere-anytime"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Flow can happen anywhere, anytime"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Flow can happen where you're working out, studying, playing sports, working, or doing anything that is challenging and engaging. It can also occur during more \"mundane\" tasks like cooking or cleaning the house. While these tasks may seem simple and repetitive, they require focus and skill in order to be completed effectively."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"When it comes to experience flow, it's all about how you’re feeling—the momentary intensity of your emotions. If a task is interesting enough for you to focus on without being too difficult or easy, then there's a good chance that you've entered into flow state (even if it isn't necessarily fun)."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"3-simple-tips-to-enter-the-flow"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"3 simple tips to enter the Flow"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Three Tips To Enter The Flow State","src":"/images/what-is-flow/three-tips-to-enter-the-flow-state.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Avoid multitasking"}]},{"type":"text","value":". When you multitask your mind has to keep context switching between tasks. This prevents you from entering the flow where your mind can focus on one mission."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Remove distractions"}]},{"type":"text","value":". Distractions are harmful because they can interrupt your flow or prevent you from entering the flow all together. Turn your phone notifications off, create a quiet workspace for yourself, and let yourself dive into your work without distractions."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Eliminate worries"}]},{"type":"text","value":". It can be hard to enter the flow when you're worried about something. Take care of whatever is worrying you first. If you can't, you can use "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app/blog/is-time-management-a-skill","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"time management"}]},{"type":"text","value":" techniques like time boxing to give yourself time to focus on one thing at a time. Apps like "},{"type":"element","tag":"a","props":{"href":"https://timeva.app","rel":["nofollow","noopener","noreferrer"],"target":"_blank"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva"}]},{"type":"text","value":" can help you time box your work."}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"conclusion"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Conclusion"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Flow is a state of mind where you're fully immersed in whatever you're doing"}]},{"type":"text","value":" with passion and enthusiasm. In the Flow State, you're able to achieve high levels of concentration and extreme productivity. Flow can be achieved by focusing on one task at a time, removing distractions, and by eliminating worries. If you want to do more, "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"create environments that make it easy to enter the flow"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]}],"toc":{"title":"","searchDepth":2,"depth":2,"links":[{"id":"introduction","depth":2,"text":"Introduction"},{"id":"what-is-flow","depth":2,"text":"What is flow?"},{"id":"why-is-flow-important","depth":2,"text":"Why is flow important?"},{"id":"flow-can-happen-anywhere-anytime","depth":2,"text":"Flow can happen anywhere, anytime"},{"id":"3-simple-tips-to-enter-the-flow","depth":2,"text":"3 simple tips to enter the Flow"},{"id":"conclusion","depth":2,"text":"Conclusion"}]}},"_type":"markdown","_id":"content:blog:what-is-flow.md","_source":"content","_file":"blog/what-is-flow.md","_extension":"md"},{"_path":"/blog/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2","_draft":false,"_partial":false,"_empty":false,"title":"See what's coming in Timeva v2","description":"Get ready for massive productivity upgrades with Timeva v2.","excerpt":{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"introduction"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Introduction"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The productivity timer built for the "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"digital age"}]},{"type":"text","value":" is getting "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"massive upgrades"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Today we want to show you what's coming to Timeva."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Our mission is simple"}]},{"type":"text","value":", we help you focus on your work and studies by giving you the best way to visualize and manage your most important resource: "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Your Time"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva v2 will give you FIVE new tools to help you manage "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"your time"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Activity Tags"}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pomodoro Chaining"}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timesheets"}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Improved Pricing"}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Windows Support"}]}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Let's break these features down and discuss how they can "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"help you get the most out of your time"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"hr","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"1-activity-tags"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"1. Activity Tags"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Timeva activity tags feature","src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/activity-tags.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Activity tags"}]},{"type":"text","value":" are simple. They give you reusable activities to choose from as you type out your activity. This will save you time as your most common activities will pop up by default even before you type. That's not all though, keep scrolling and see how activity tags enable "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pomodoro Chaining"}]},{"type":"text","value":" and "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timesheets"}]},{"type":"text","value":".\n"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"hr","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"2-pomodoro-chaining"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"2. Pomodoro Chaining"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Timeva pomodoro chaining feature","src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/pomodoro-chaining.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"While you're working & studying, you don't work on just one task. You work on several tasks back to back. So why not have a timer app that lets you chain together your tasks? We're excited to present "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pomodoro Chaining"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pomodoro Chaining allows you to chain together your tasks back to back so you can plan your day and get to work. Set a 15-minute timer to warm up, then a 1-hour timer to work, and then a 10-minute timer to chill. With Pomodoro Chaining, you can customize your schedule anyway you like."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"hr","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"3-timesheets"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"3. Timesheets"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Timeva timesheet feature","src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/timesheet.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Have you ever wondered how much time you're spending working or studying per day? Or maybe you want to track your work hours to invoice clients. "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timesheets"}]},{"type":"text","value":" are coming to Timeva. With timesheets, you can get a quick overview of your how much time you've spent on each task thanks to activity tags."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"hr","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"4-improved-pricing"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"4. Improved Pricing"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Timeva improved pricing feature","src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/improved-pricing.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"We want to give new Timeva users the FULL experience of Timeva before having to decide to purchase. So, we're giving every user a 30 day free trial where they'll be a member with exclusive access to every feature. When you try Timeva v2 you'll have plenty of time to learn exactly what it can do to improve your time management."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"hr","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"5-windows-support"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"5. Windows Support"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Timeva windows support feature","src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/windows-release.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Can you believe Timeva was built and released in just 30-days! In order to build and release Timeva so quickly, we had to sacrifice windows support. We're excited to announce Timeva v2 will come fully loaded with "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"windows support"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"hr","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"thanks-for-all-the-support-so-far"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Thanks for all the support so far"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Timeva v2 feature recap","src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"We're ultra thankful for all the feedback Timeva has received so far and we're excited for the Timeva v2 release. Timeva v2 will be released over "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"August and early September"}]},{"type":"text","value":". In the meantime, feel free to download the current version of Timeva and join the newsletter to stay up to date on Timeva v2 and the latest time management tips for the digital age."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Stay focused"}]}]}]}]},"image":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2.png","createdDate":"7/26/2022","showCTA":true,"showSubscribe":true,"body":{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"introduction"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Introduction"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"The productivity timer built for the "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"digital age"}]},{"type":"text","value":" is getting "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"massive upgrades"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Today we want to show you what's coming to Timeva."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Our mission is simple"}]},{"type":"text","value":", we help you focus on your work and studies by giving you the best way to visualize and manage your most important resource: "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Your Time"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timeva v2 will give you FIVE new tools to help you manage "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"your time"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"ol","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Activity Tags"}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pomodoro Chaining"}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timesheets"}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Improved Pricing"}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"li","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Windows Support"}]}]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Let's break these features down and discuss how they can "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"help you get the most out of your time"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"hr","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"1-activity-tags"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"1. Activity Tags"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Timeva activity tags feature","src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/activity-tags.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"\n "},{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Activity tags"}]},{"type":"text","value":" are simple. They give you reusable activities to choose from as you type out your activity. This will save you time as your most common activities will pop up by default even before you type. That's not all though, keep scrolling and see how activity tags enable "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pomodoro Chaining"}]},{"type":"text","value":" and "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timesheets"}]},{"type":"text","value":".\n"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"hr","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"2-pomodoro-chaining"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"2. Pomodoro Chaining"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Timeva pomodoro chaining feature","src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/pomodoro-chaining.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"While you're working & studying, you don't work on just one task. You work on several tasks back to back. So why not have a timer app that lets you chain together your tasks? We're excited to present "},{"type":"element","tag":"pur","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pomodoro Chaining"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Pomodoro Chaining allows you to chain together your tasks back to back so you can plan your day and get to work. Set a 15-minute timer to warm up, then a 1-hour timer to work, and then a 10-minute timer to chill. With Pomodoro Chaining, you can customize your schedule anyway you like."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"hr","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"3-timesheets"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"3. Timesheets"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Timeva timesheet feature","src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/timesheet.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Have you ever wondered how much time you're spending working or studying per day? Or maybe you want to track your work hours to invoice clients. "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Timesheets"}]},{"type":"text","value":" are coming to Timeva. With timesheets, you can get a quick overview of your how much time you've spent on each task thanks to activity tags."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"hr","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"4-improved-pricing"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"4. Improved Pricing"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Timeva improved pricing feature","src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/improved-pricing.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"We want to give new Timeva users the FULL experience of Timeva before having to decide to purchase. So, we're giving every user a 30 day free trial where they'll be a member with exclusive access to every feature. When you try Timeva v2 you'll have plenty of time to learn exactly what it can do to improve your time management."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"hr","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"5-windows-support"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"5. Windows Support"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Timeva windows support feature","src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/windows-release.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Can you believe Timeva was built and released in just 30-days! In order to build and release Timeva so quickly, we had to sacrifice windows support. We're excited to announce Timeva v2 will come fully loaded with "},{"type":"element","tag":"y","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"windows support"}]},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"hr","props":{},"children":[]},{"type":"element","tag":"h2","props":{"id":"thanks-for-all-the-support-so-far"},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Thanks for all the support so far"}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"img","props":{"alt":"Timeva v2 feature recap","src":"/images/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2.png"},"children":[]}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"We're ultra thankful for all the feedback Timeva has received so far and we're excited for the Timeva v2 release. Timeva v2 will be released over "},{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"August and early September"}]},{"type":"text","value":". In the meantime, feel free to download the current version of Timeva and join the newsletter to stay up to date on Timeva v2 and the latest time management tips for the digital age."}]},{"type":"element","tag":"p","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"strong","props":{},"children":[{"type":"element","tag":"g","props":{},"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Stay focused"}]}]}]}],"toc":{"title":"","searchDepth":2,"depth":2,"links":[{"id":"introduction","depth":2,"text":"Introduction"},{"id":"1-activity-tags","depth":2,"text":"1. Activity Tags"},{"id":"2-pomodoro-chaining","depth":2,"text":"2. Pomodoro Chaining"},{"id":"3-timesheets","depth":2,"text":"3. Timesheets"},{"id":"4-improved-pricing","depth":2,"text":"4. Improved Pricing"},{"id":"5-windows-support","depth":2,"text":"5. Windows Support"},{"id":"thanks-for-all-the-support-so-far","depth":2,"text":"Thanks for all the support so far"}]}},"_type":"markdown","_id":"content:blog:whats-coming-in-timeva-v2.md","_source":"content","_file":"blog/whats-coming-in-timeva-v2.md","_extension":"md"}]