I set "noprocrast" in my profile: maxvisit=30 and minaway=360 (just upped from 120). So 30 mins for looking at the frontpage links and writing a comment if I wa

I set "noprocrast" in my profile: maxvisit=30 and minaway=360 (just upped from 120). So 30 mins for looking at the frontpage links and writing a comment if I want to. Then 6 hours where I'm reminded that I'm opening HN on an impulse. For the links, anything that is a 5-10 min read I'll do on the spot. I try to be mindful with more involved content (long post, video, tutorial,...): I save the link in my inbox file with a small description of the content for reference or to read during a break – or never. Looking at my inbox, I often delete links without opening them because, in hindsight, I saved them to have something (anything) to read. It's the same as opening the fridge multiple times and lowering your expectations each time until you find good enough food. By setting noprocrast, you put a time lock on your imaginary fridge to stop you from mindless snacking.