How long should you do deep work?

For optimal deep work sessions, Andrew Huberman recommends engaging in 90-minute sessions. However, the number of these sessions per day may vary. Typically, one might target up to three 90-minute sessions, especially if they are well-trained in focusing. This approach is predicated on the paradox that the better one becomes at focusing, the more decompression time they may require between intensive work periods 1.

In summary:

• Aim for 90-minute sessions of deep work.
• Depending on individual capacity and training, one could do up to three such sessions in a day.
• Ensure sufficient decompression or less intense activity between sessions to maintain productivity.
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    Deep Work Paradox

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