Text & chat prompt

Protect two hours of deep work every day

Protect two hours of deep work every day: a free, copy-paste prompt for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste the prompt and replace each [BRACKETED] field with your own details.

The prompt

I need to do more deep work on [IMPORTANT PROJECT] but my day is full of interruptions from [MAIN DISTRACTIONS].

Design a realistic daily routine that protects two hours of focus. Include how to set up my environment, what to say to colleagues, how to handle messages during focus time, and a five-minute shutdown ritual. Work around: [MY SCHEDULE AND CONSTRAINTS].

Pro tip: Put the plan somewhere visible and tell colleagues your focus hours so they can respect them.

How to use this prompt

  1. Open ChatGPT and start a new chat.
  2. Paste the prompt.
  3. Replace each [BRACKETED] field with your real details and paste in your own text where asked.
  4. Reply with follow-ups such as "make it shorter" or "make it sound more like me".

Prompt at a glance

Category
Text & chat
Works with
ChatGPT · Gemini · Claude
Length
61 words
Fields to fill in
IMPORTANT PROJECT, MAIN DISTRACTIONS, MY SCHEDULE AND CONSTRAINTS
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Frequently asked questions

Which AI tools work with this prompt?

It is written for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste it into your preferred tool and adjust the wording if the result is off.

What do I need to fill in?

Replace these fields before you send it: IMPORTANT PROJECT, MAIN DISTRACTIONS, MY SCHEDULE AND CONSTRAINTS. Each field shows an example in the prompt.

Should I paste private information into the prompt?

Only what the task needs. Remove names, contact details and other sensitive data before pasting a resume or document into any AI tool.

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