The best book I’ve read on sleep is Matthew Walker’s Why We Sleep. In it, he explains the importance of getting good sleep as well as offers suggestions for how to avoid problems of nighttime insomnia. Here are a few strategies you can apply to sleep better: 1. Reduce light levels (especially blue and white […]
The Perpetual Backburner: Is Procrastination Part Of Human Nature?
Question: It seems it is human nature to put off any task that is not urgent, and at any given moment, we might be procrastinating on over a dozen things that we “should” do but are not. Even when we say we are ‘prioritizing’, we are still perpetually delaying some tasks. Given our energy is […]
The Six Morning Routines that Will Make You Happier, Healthier and More Productive
Of all the different things you can try to improve your productivity, a morning routine is one of the most effective. There are a few reasons why morning routines are so useful. The first is obvious to anyone who has ever procrastinated, just getting started is often the hardest part. If you can start out […]
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 […]