What to Think About During Exercise
When I first started exercising, I thought the hardest part would be the workout itself. I was wrong. The hardest part was what happened inside my head. Some days I…
We’re Mostly Trying to Escape This Moment
I caught myself doing something strange the other day. I was waiting in line for coffee. It was only a couple of minutes, yet before I even realized what I…
Where You Get Your Sense of Self-Worth
For a long time, I did not realize where my self worth came from. I thought it came from success. If I achieved enough, I felt good about myself. If…
13 Practical Steps for Learning to Go With the Flow
There was a time when I wanted every part of my life to go according to plan. I liked knowing what would happen next. A full calendar felt comforting, and…
Why Fear of Discomfort Might Be Ruining Your Life
I used to think I was making smart decisions. I avoided awkward conversations because I wanted to keep the peace. I stayed with routines that felt familiar because they were…
When Your Task List is Overwhelmingly Long
. There are days when my task list seems to have a personality of its own. I finish three things before lunch, only to discover that five more have somehow…
We Overcomplicate Our Task Systems. Always
Every few months, I convince myself that I have finally found the perfect productivity system. I download a new app. I reorganize my folders. I create color coded labels, detailed…