Words shape our thoughts, and thoughts drive our actions. This simple truth becomes crucial when we consider how we organize information in our increasingly digital lives. Recently, I attended a talk by Tom Solid, co-founder of Paperless Movement, where he challenged the popular “second brain” concept that many productivity experts promote. His perspective resonated with […]
Life doesn’t need to be complicated to be fulfilling. I’ve found the opposite to be true — the simpler my life feels, the happier I am. After watching Michelle’s recent video about simplifying life, I was struck by how practical yet profound her advice was. While I’m constantly searching for ways to make my days […]
You’ll love watching “The Daily Stoic” channel, where Ryan Holiday shares his insights on achieving focus in a noisy, distracting world. His ideas draw from ancient Stoic wisdom and relate it to our modern challenges. In his talk, he explains how the art of concentration is not just for philosophers deep in thought, but for […]
We expect vacations to be restorative. A meta-analysis of 32 studies from nine countries suggests that vacations have a greater impact on employee well-being than you might think. Aside from that, annual leave also has a much longer-lasting effect than the ride home from the airport. For most professionals, though, the time leading up to […]
Having checked your calendar, you know it’s summer break. This means kids are out of school, days are longer, and it’s chaos everywhere. For working parents, sunny afternoons often collide with the harsh reality of juggling work calls, summer camps, snack requests, and sibling squabbles — usually all before 10:00 am. In fact, according to […]
In terms of productivity, summer presents a paradox. On the one hand, the longer days and relaxed atmosphere make it tempting to unplug. Then again, many of us still have major goals we want to achieve by year’s end, such as creative projects and strategic planning. The question is, how do you make meaningful progress […]
Journalist Uncovers Parenting Strategies Behind High-Achieving Children After a decade of research, award-winning journalist Susan Dominus has revealed insights into the parenting approaches that help children excel academically and professionally. Dominus, who also works as an author and parenting expert, conducted extensive interviews with parents whose children have reached the top ranks in their respective […]
Summer has its own rhythm. As the days lengthen, the sun rises earlier, and the warmth whispers, “Take it easy.” For many of us, though, the demands of work do not fade with the season. Projects still need to be completed on time, emails still flood in, and productivity remains non-negotiable. So, how do you […]
Being a mom means juggling a hundred things at once. Oftentimes, you’re the planner, chauffeur, chef, nurse, referee, and even the IT department. With work, school schedules, house chores, and family commitments, your time can feel like it’s being pulled in all directions. In the midst of all this, can you find a moment for […]
Although time management seems like a modern buzzword, the challenge of organizing time effectively has existed for centuries. History has long been rife with productivity apps, bullet journals, and systems to help us make the most of our days. Throughout history, politicians and artists have employed discipline, habit, and a clear purpose to shape their […]
