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Personal development is an ongoing process and professionals relentlessly seek it. This quest is not without merit as personal development helps individuals to be happier, which in turn has a positive impact on society.
Monk Mode
Derived from the lifestyle of a monastic — who typically lives in a secluded community and follows a strict schedule of meditation, prayer, and manual labor — “monk mode” is the latest personal development tool that describes a lifestyle characterized by simplicity, discipline, and focus. Practitioners of monk mode, endeavor to minimize distractions, set clear goals, and simplify their life (i.e. possessions) and engage in daily routines to increase focus and productivity.
“The goal of monk mode is to minimize distractions thereby increasing one's ability to focus on the task at hand resulting in greater productivity and efficiency”.
If you think this is for you, here are 7 things you can do to enter monk mode:
- Clear your mind. Minimize distractions by turning off notifications on your phone, closing unnecessary tabs on your computer, and limiting your exposure to social media.
- Set clear goals…
