“Be the best version of yourself.” A great cultural injunction to avoid comparison. I believe that Teddy Roosevelt was right when he said comparison is thief of joy. However, I believe this call to be the best version of ourselves … Continue reading “Be a better version of yourself, not the best version of yourself” →
Quick, list off all the people you can think of who died over one hundred years ago. Chances are the list isn’t super long. Even if you’re an historian, there are millions of people you can’t name. Yet, those millions … Continue reading “Care about others, but not what others think.” →
Mental space exists when we have time to be away from any problems that need to be solved. It exists when we’re away from the things constantly pulling at our attention. Now, if you’re anything like me, it is something … Continue reading “Be a Mental Astronaut: Benefits of Mental Space” →
Happy Friday! Here are some fun nuggets from the week that I hope y’all will enjoy. 1. Spotify playlist worth jamming out to: Find it here. This playlist is a quad shot of espresso straight to the dome. Music is … Continue reading “Weekly Wrap Up 9/21” →
Friday the 13! Don’t walk under any ladders, near any black cats or break any mirrors. Time to package this week up in a nice little bow. Book I’ve been enjoying: The Cold Dish by Craig Johnson. It’s absolutely fantastic.If … Continue reading “Weekly Wrap Up 9/13” →
I’m always interested in finding single things that can make massive life change. I am aware that typically in life, there’s no such thing as a silver bullet. However, I’ve found the thing that is about as close as I’ve … Continue reading “My next big experiment: Sleep” →
So I have to start with this qualifier. In case you haven’t deduced, I’m a huge Tim Ferriss fan. My two desert island books are the Bible and the Four Hour Workweek. So, this is in the vain of Tim … Continue reading “Weekly Wrap Up 9/6/19” →
Just the Essentials You probably wake up and check email, social media, or turn on the news, and keep them going right up until bed time. You’re keeping up with all the latest happenings in politics, business and sports because … Continue reading “How the low information diet will make you happier and healthier right away (and the 4 steps to start)” →