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I came to the same conclusion. If you have someone around who can't help interrupt you, either by directly asking you for responses or doing distracting behavio
by chrisdone 10y ago
I came to the same conclusion. If you have someone around who can't help interrupt you, either by directly asking you for responses or doing distracting behavior, it's wise to simply get your own room, in the house or in a coworking space or a proper office. It doesn't matter how much you try to coach and train someone to respect your need for peace and quiet while working. It only leads to arguments and bitterness. It's much healthier to solve it by physically moving to a quiet place. I found that while it's possible to get work done in that environment, moving to your own space by yourself is a whole different experience. You can finally concentrate without fear of distraction (which is itself a distraction).
- Xcelerate 10y ago> You can finally concentrate without fear of distraction (which is itself a distraction) This is a very clear articulation of something I have been trying to put into words for years. My family doesn't understand why I can't get anything done when they are around, even if they aren't speaking to me. It's because I know there is the potential for interruption, which in and of itself is enough to prevent me from truly getting into the "deep work" state.