Eliminate guilt by single-tasking during breaks
When you’re playing, really play. When you’re working, really work. It’s that simple.
Procrastination is not procrastination if you actually allow yourself the break. If you’re thinking about how you should actually be working while you’re playing, then you’re not doing either of them effectively!
When you need a break from work, grab a kitchen timer (you should have one in every room of the house!) and set it to 15 minutes or whatever you think is appropriate.
Then you’re free to hyperfocus on playing that online game, napping, watching that funny video or whatever. You can let go and fully immerse yourself in the fun, because the timer will remind you (ding!) when it’s time to come back to your more serious task.
