About this wheel
Short, active breaks between study or work sessions are a common recommendation for staying focused. The trick is choosing a break that actually refreshes you rather than one that traps you on a screen.
This wheel offers twelve simple activities that take five minutes or less. Because you spin rather than decide, there is no temptation to "just check one thing" on your phone.
How to use it
- Work in focused blocks, such as 25 to 50 minutes.
- When the timer ends, spin the wheel.
- Do the break for the stated time.
- Return to work.
- After several blocks, take a longer break.
Ways to customise it
- Remove anything not possible where you are, such as outdoor activities in a library
- Add your favourite quick habits
- Make a version without screens
- Add *2 to movement-based breaks
Tips
Pair the wheel with a visible timer so breaks stay short. Five minutes is enough for most of these activities.
If you have a health condition or injury, only choose breaks that suit you.
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Frequently asked questions
How long should a study break be?
Many people use five to ten minutes after each focused block. Choose what works for you.
Does this replace a study plan?
No. It is a small helper for breaks. A plan for what to study still matters.
