checked HN 25 times, checked email 20 times, watched 2 hours of Youtube videos unrelated to your field That by itself is not the problem. It is a weight on you

checked HN 25 times, checked email 20 times, watched 2 hours of Youtube videos unrelated to your field That by itself is not the problem. It is a weight on your productivity, sure, but the real problem is if you watch 2 hours of YT videos and don't come off in a better mental state to do the work you slacked off on. I find that what helps me the most is finding the most "productive" ways to slack off, so you're not just avoiding thinking about work, but are actively recharging. So, pick your slack carefully and it should be less of a problem, maybe even a positive part of your work routine.