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    Micah Yongo

    A lover of psychology and philosophy, Micah first developed his interest in deep work through having two novels published while working as a journalist.

    Having since lectured on technique and productivity for creative writers at college and masters students, he now leads FLOWN's Academy.

    Loves: travel (warm climes only), chocolate (a bit too much), geeky trivia and cosy quiet evenings with a good book.

    Micah Yongo

    Articles by Micah Yongo

    Lifestyle
    Wellness
    Habits

    Deep work yearly review – How to reflect and plan for the year ahead

    Use our quick and easy year review method to reflect on the past year, and plan a 2023 to shout about.

    By Micah Yongo

    Jun 30, 2025

    Habits
    Procrastination
    Lifestyle

    How to make New Years Resolutions that stick in 2025

    Grab life by the goals with science-backed insights, tips and tools on how to dream big, make your new year’s resolutions stick, and build a 2025 to get excited about!

    By Micah Yongo

    Dec 18, 2024

    Body doubling
    Productivity
    ADHD

    What is Body Doubling and why does it work so well?

    Discover how body doubling—a simple yet powerful productivity technique backed by neuroscience—can help you beat procrastination, stay focused, and get more done.

    By Micah Yongo

    Jul 09, 2024

    Neurodiversity
    Procrastination
    Productivity
    Business

    Surprising productivity statistics and trends to help you work smarter

    Dive into this trove of key statistics and insights on focus, productivity and wellbeing. Everything you need to foster healthier, more productive teams and work practices.

    By Micah Yongo

    May 30, 2024

    Productivity
    Focus
    Deep work

    Virtual coworking: How shared focus boosts remote productivity

    Struggling with goal-setting and procrastination? Virtual coworking is backed by science, and easily accessible – all you need is your device, your goals, and yourself!

    By Micah Yongo

    Apr 11, 2024

    Body doubling
    Productivity
    Focus

    HostingAdvice: Virtual Coworking is redefining remote work with FLOWN

    Discover how virtual coworking with FLOWN is changing the game for remote workers, making productivity and community a daily reality.

    By Micah Yongo

    Mar 26, 2024

    Body doubling
    Business
    Procrastination
    Wellness

    Self-employed and procrastinating? Here's 3 effective to get things done

    Working for yourself isn't easy. Discover how you can beat procrastination when self-employed with this handy 3-step guide.

    By Micah Yongo

    Dec 19, 2023

    Productivity
    Deep work
    Focus

    Hanbury Hall x FLOWN Events: The power of the 'Grand Gesture' to unleash deep work

    Discover how Cal Newport's idea of 'the grand gesture' can spark your productivity with our FLOWN X Hanbury Hall in-person Pop Up Flocks

    By Micah Yongo

    Oct 31, 2023

    Intention setting: The science-backed method to beat procrastination

    Uncover the secret power of intention setting. We share smart techniques for setting intentions to trigger your focus and reach your goals.

    By Micah Yongo

    Oct 23, 2023

    Body doubling
    Productivity
    Deep work

    Are virtual coworking and body doubling the future of work?

    Delve into the wonders of virtual coworking and body doubling; and learn strategies to be your most productive without succumbing to digital fatigue.

    By Micah Yongo

    Sep 28, 2023

    Productivity
    Habits
    Deep work
    Focus
    Procrastination

    Unlocking flow: Oxford University explores focus secrets with FLOWN

    Peek into FLOWN’s recent talk for Oxford University. And unlock practical tools for focus, flow states and peak productivity to transform your everyday work-life

    By Micah Yongo

    Jul 05, 2023

    Member stories
    Neurodiversity
    Focus
    Wellness

    How online community and accountability helps me focus with ADHD (Clare's story)

    ADHD podcaster, teaching assistant, and yoga student Clare Sherman shares how FLOWN’s online community helps her to balance her creativity and organize her time.

    By Micah Yongo

    Mar 17, 2023

    ADHD
    Member stories
    Neurodiversity
    Body doubling
    Focus

    How online community and body doubling powers my focus (Claire's story)

    Discover how business director Claire Bradford has used FLOWN's online community and virtual body doubling to help balance her work and life.

    By Micah Yongo

    Mar 09, 2023

    Neurodiversity
    ADHD
    Productivity
    Member stories
    Wellness
    Body doubling
    Focus

    Achieve flow state and beat burnout: A personal journey with virtual coworking (Amanda's story)

    Amanda shares how FLOWN's coworking community transformed her work life, helping her to find focus, connection, and the accountability to consistently be at her productive best.

    By Micah Yongo

    Mar 03, 2023

    ADHD
    Business

    Neurodiversity week: Why it matters and how to get involved

    Neurodiversity Celebration Week is this March. Check out our rundown of what to expect, what you need to know, and how you can get involved and support?

    By Micah Yongo

    Feb 24, 2023

    Lifestyle
    Wellness
    Productivity
    Habits
    Procrastination
    Deep work

    Walk your way to productivity – Procrastinate less with a mental health walk

    Learn how to shake loose of procrastination slumps with this nifty guide on the benefits of productivity walking, and how to get started.

    By Micah Yongo

    Feb 06, 2023

    Body doubling
    Productivity
    Focus
    Procrastination

    Get a work buddy – Your secret weapon against procrastination

    Tap into the proven benefits of body doubling and level up your productivity with this snappy guide to finding a work buddy

    By Micah Yongo

    Jan 27, 2023

    ADHD
    Body doubling
    Member stories

    ADHD focus hack: Body Doubling (as seen on Refinery29)

    As seen on Refinery29: How ADHD professionals are using FLOWN’s digital body doubling hack to level up and get more done

    By Micah Yongo

    Oct 07, 2022