3 Weird Habits That Actually Improve Your Productivity

By Nishi | 06 September 2025

Weird Habit #1

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Why It Works

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How to Try It

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Weird Habit #2

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Why It Works

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How to Try It

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Weird Habit #3

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Why It Works

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