The author discussed considering participating in a web development competition despite feeling rusty in frontend development skills.
The author acknowledged the need to refresh their JavaScript and CSS knowledge and catch up on new frameworks in web development.
Joining the competition could serve as motivation to dust off old skills and learn new ones, seen as 'networking' rather than distraction.
The author reflected on distinguishing intentional vs. compulsive phone use, noticing a difference during designated breaks compared to mindless scrolling.
Although not groundbreaking, these changes represent small steps toward personal progress and moving forward in the right direction.
The author acknowledged that these changes may not solve all productivity issues but are positive steps forward.