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Start with the smallest task possible, block distractions for the first hour while you get up to speed and reassess priorities, take advantage of the break in routine to build better work habits. Lastly, remember that it’s OK to feel a bit down and rest (some tips - https://ivypanda.com/blog/how-to-rest-effectively/) if you need on your first day back to work. Being productive at work is a marathon, not a sprint.

I`m a freelancer for 2 or so years already, so I`m used to self-planning. But, for the past few months, I realized that my work is suffering cause I can`t get enough rest before getting to it. So, I`m learning how to rest effectively (https://ivypanda.com/blog/how-to-rest-effectively/).

After non-stop studying AND working at the same time for two years, I`ve dealt with a similar situation. When I realized the problem I had I tried to deal with it with different methods (reading and trying to follow the advice in such posts - https://ivypanda.com/essays/how-to-beat-stress/, browsing forums, and so on).

But the only method that worked for me - talking to my best friend about it. She insisted that I needed professional help and I started sessions with the psychologist. After 3 months I felt improvements and it was really great :)

I found really great advice here for myself, but I could add some more for you. Here are 20 tips that helped me and explain how to increase reading speed and comprehension (https://ivypanda.com/blog/20-helpful-tips-to-boost-reading-s...). I think it would be interesting for you to check them out ;)

I really like “Smell Detectives” by Melanie Kiechle (a little review - https://ivypanda.com/essays/smell-detectives-by-melanie-kiec...). It is a book that focuses on a concerted effort by physicians and public health officials to promote hygiene in the United States’ urban centers. So, pretty informative and interesting if you are a fan of something like this ;)

I`m a student, so currently I`m in love with the different kinds of study blogs (such as https://ivypanda.com/blog/).

Hi! When I only started my journey about drawing learning I found different posts for beginners with real useful advices there (for example https://ivypanda.com/essays/beginner-drawing-lessons/). Maybe it will help :)

Listening is a very significant skill that should be cultivated in every individual irrespective of age or role played in the society (https://ivypanda.com/essays/how-to-enhance-listening-skills/). This is because it touches on almost every aspect of life that necessitates communication: for instance, education, job or even family relationships. So, I totally agree with you!

I always believed that failure is the first step towards success (https://ivypanda.com/essays/failure-and-success-in-teacher-c...), because even the most successful people around the world have had an experience characterized by failure. So, all my failure stories I try to interpret from this perspective.

There are a few good resources worth checking out in the end of this article: https://ivypanda.com/essays/what-is-philosophy/

Hi! We live in a social and interactive world. Our success in life depends on our ability to communicate and interact with each other – at home, at school, at work, everywhere. So, I can totally understand your concerns. Except for the shared here tips, I should recommend reading this post: https://ivypanda.com/blog/how-to-improve-your-communication-... Hope it helps!

What do you think about this infographic: https://ivypanda.com/blog/homeschooling-101/? Saw some interesting thoughts about homeschool there, but I need an opinion from someone with the experience.

P.S. Deciding if I want my child to be homeschooled given the current situation with the pandemic.