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Match task cognitive demands to available attentional…
Match task cognitive demands to available attentional capacity rather than optimizing for either time utilization or task elimination alone.
Why This Is a Principle
Derives from finite executive function (Directed Attention as Depletable Resource) and circadian variation (Ultradian and Circadian Cognitive Rhythms). The principle prescribes a specific optimization criterion: match demand to supply. Avoids two failure modes (eliminate all shallow work; do shallow work during peaks). Actionable and general across work contexts.