Check tomorrow's first meeting before stopping work
Whenyour final scheduled break starts
Open tomorrow's calendar and check the first meeting's time and location. If preparation is needed, put it in a realistic work slot; do not begin it now.
Why it works
A calendar check separates a fixed appointment from an open-ended task list. This is a simplified practitioner method, not a tested way to stop worrying.
Start tiny
Read the time of tomorrow's first appointment.
What you’ll notice
You know whether the next workday starts with a meeting or an open slot.
When it slips
The calendar check becomes more work. Check only the first appointment and any preparation it requires, then close the calendar.
Newport, C. (2016). Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World. Grand Central Publishing. Read the source ↗
Foundation: Small recurring actions with little setup. Choose anchors that fit your day.
