Hi Cody, It was interesting to read your post. I actually spend all my professional time looking at stuff like this, to optimise my own performance, and that of clients.
The frequent toilet breaks, handstands, water consumption are great ideas. I do similar, but my journey to the toilet in my home office, passes me by a pull-up bar, so I do a bursts of strenuous activity. You could try upping the cardio vascular output.
Your comment about screen distance and eyes is interesting. Personally I can be locked into my screen and in a state of flow for hours at a time, provided the task challenges and engages me. Is this healthy? Time will tell, but my eyesight has remained constant for the last 5 years. That said, I can lucky enough to have views, so I stare into the distance frequently. Could you hang up an epic and beautiful picture, on the far wall?
A few other points to consider..
How frequently are you getting outside? How frequently are you talking to other people?
Have you done anything like yoga or Tai Chi? Suck activities are a core part of my flow state protocol.. and do wonders for long term physical mainataince. Look into QiGong. feel free to email me.. jiro@theflowstatecollective.com :)
The question of why is something I have never had clear consensus on. Many do it for mental hygiene or for less stress. I found all of that, but also found it connected me with something I had been unable previously to connect with, and this was a game-changer for me. Have others had similar experiences?
The frequent toilet breaks, handstands, water consumption are great ideas. I do similar, but my journey to the toilet in my home office, passes me by a pull-up bar, so I do a bursts of strenuous activity. You could try upping the cardio vascular output.
Your comment about screen distance and eyes is interesting. Personally I can be locked into my screen and in a state of flow for hours at a time, provided the task challenges and engages me. Is this healthy? Time will tell, but my eyesight has remained constant for the last 5 years. That said, I can lucky enough to have views, so I stare into the distance frequently. Could you hang up an epic and beautiful picture, on the far wall? A few other points to consider.. How frequently are you getting outside? How frequently are you talking to other people? Have you done anything like yoga or Tai Chi? Suck activities are a core part of my flow state protocol.. and do wonders for long term physical mainataince. Look into QiGong. feel free to email me.. jiro@theflowstatecollective.com :)