As managers, our primary "output" is often just a series of decisions. By 3 PM, many of us hit a wall where the quality of those decisions starts to dip—a classic case of decision fatigue.
I’ve been researching ways to "re-prime" the brain's executive function during short transitions between meetings. One method that has gained traction in productivity circles is engaging in a brief, high-precision task that is completely unrelated to verbal or analytical work.
I’ve personally been using a minimalist timing tool called Slice Master. It’s a physics-based simulation that requires intense, rhythmic focus for just 60 to 90 seconds. Unlike checking email or news (which actually increases cognitive load), this type of "active rest" helps reset the brain’s focus through simple hand-eye coordination. I find that after a few rounds, my "mental workspace" feels much clearer for the next strategy session.
Has anyone else experimented with "active rest" or specific digital tools to help their teams recover from a heavy morning of decision-making? I'm interested to know if you use specific apps, breathing exercises, or physical triggers to signal the end of one task and the start of another.