Why do we play? Whether it’s games, sports or just joking around, people spend a lot of time playing. Children spend the most time playing, but we continue even after we grow up. The simplest answer is that playing is fun. Games, sports, hobbies and other activities are enjoyable, and so we like to fill […]
Digital Minimalism
My long-time friend and mentor, Cal Newport, has just released a new book, Digital Minimalism. The basic premise is one you’ve heard before: digital addictions, from social media to constant texting, have invaded our attentions, reduced our productivity and made our lives worse. The antidote isn’t to smash your smartphones and live as the Amish […]
Follow Me on Instagram
I’ve created an Instagram account! If you have Instagram and would like to get snippets of my life, summaries of articles (with my hand-drawn images) and other things, you can follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/scotthyoung/ I’m still pretty new to publishing on this platform, so the more people follow/engage, the more I’ll be able to try […]
How to Find Time
There’s never enough time. You want to exercise, eat well and be healthy. But the day slips by and you don’t go to the gym. You eat that muffin for lunch, instead of the salad you thought you would. You want to do great work, advance your career, produce something meaningful. But your email inbox […]
I'm a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, podcast host, computer programmer and an avid reader. Since 2006, I've published weekly essays on this website to help people like you learn and think better. My work has been featured in The New York Times, BBC, TEDx, Pocket, Business Insider and more. I don't promise I have all the answers, just a place to start.