Your mid-afternoon dip isn’t a failing of willpower. It’s a function of biology. Learning how to respect work with your brain can give you the boost of productivity you desire in a more sustainable way.
7 Reasons Why Flying Trapeze Has Kept Me Engaged for 20 Years
When I first discovered flying trapeze, it seemed fair to assume this might quickly be another short-term love-affair. 20 years later, I’m as committed as ever. Here are 7 reasons why the sport keeps me engaged.
Can’t Focus? Try Zoning Out.
When I can’t focus, my habitual conditioning is to “try harder” to reign it in. I’ve learned that this doesn’t work. It may seem counterintuitive, but zoning out is often the best way to hone in.
A Simple Shift to Better Retain What You Learn
A practice borrowed from yoga can help you improve your retention of all the great ideas you take in through books, podcasts, and other content.
Why Enoughness is a Productivity Trait
The concept of “enoughness” may sound like spiritual “woo,” a “soft skill” that doesn’t have much practical relevance. Nothing could be further from the truth.
The Key Factor for Creating Flow
Achieving a flow state doesn’t need to be a mystery; you can create it by getting out of your head.