The Reverse Pomodoro For Creatives
Hey Besties, ever heard of The Pomodoro Method?
Most people know the Pomodoro technique: 25 minutes of focused work, then a 5-minute break. Repeat a few rounds, take a longer break. It’s simple and effective — if you’re wired for routine. But creatives don’t always work that way. Our energy isn’t steady. Some days starting can literally feel impossible, even when the to-do list is staring us down. That’s where the Reverse Pomodoro comes in.
Instead of forcing yourself to start with work, flip it. Take a 5-minute break first. Move your body, grab water, breathe. Then commit to just 5-10 minutes of work.
It’s a reset button disguised as productivity. By lowering the barrier to “starting,” you trick your brain into showing up — and once you’re in, momentum takes over.
Trying This IRL
Let’s say you’ve got a client commission waiting. The thought of “finishing the whole thing” feels heavy, so you stall. Instead, take 5 minutes to reset, then set a timer for just 15 minutes to sketch or block in the basics.
By the time the timer goes off, you’ve already started. You might keep rolling and finish the draft in under an hour — or you might stop, but now you’ve broken the ice. Either way, you’ve moved the project forward instead of letting it sit untouched.
Try It Yourself
Let me know if the Reverse Pomodoro works for you! And if you need more hands-on support to stay consistent, fill out the form below — I’ll help you structure your workflow so starting doesn’t feel so heavy.
Stay Focused,
LuLu 🩷
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