. . . interruptions between tasks, as opposed to within them, are vital to your overall functioning. Research has shown that even brief diversions improve focus. Taking a break, even a quick one, right before a meeting can make it much more productive.
Kate Morgan shares the two-minute psychological buffer zone as the ultimate gear-switching tool. It’s a quick, but powerful mental reset to give yourself before moving from one thing to the next.
Source: Forge, October 2, 2020. Link. When it comes to focused attention, your mind has a mind of its own. Just a few minutes can make a world of difference.