@celia It's great to have the flexibility to go off-routine when it feels right. Often driven by curiosity, I like trying different life process management algorithms. These days I've settled into a morning routine plus visiting various issue trackers.

Blocking out focus time has worked, pomodoro timers have worked, I've used a google doc to list current projects and weekly goals.

At this point, I'm happy with what I'm doing but if it gets boring I'm sure there are 100 task management books I can choose from to try out a new time management format. I say enjoy the process of discovery and exploration about what works best for you!