But just before the game, my 6 year old daughter said something that I found very helpful: “Well daddy, the most important thing is that you try. Just try your best. Then I’ll be proud of you.” Sweet. That’s what I needed to hear at the time and it changed my perspective…
By disconnecting from technology I find that I reconnect with life. I switch off from the work in my head and live out a full day in an undistracted, unstimulated and unmediated type of way.
E-mail alerts (notifications, beeps and badges) are evil little suckers. They create addiction and fuel the widespread misuse and overuse of email seen in workplaces today. Here’s 2 reasons why …
Have you ever tried to start a habit but didn’t get it to stick? 2 years ago I decided that I wanted to start running. I’ve always enjoyed running and the feeling that followed afterwards. Despite my good intentions, this didn’t quite work out as well as I hoped …
Most of us have good intentions. The problem is that we don’t always do the things we intend to do. This is where action triggers come in. They provide a simple and effective way to start and keep a new habit …
Different types of physical activity shape your brain in different ways. Complex movements (I.e. yoga) prepare your mind for complex thinking. Endurance activities (I.e. running) help you to think more clearly …
Exercise is good for the mind. A burst of activity before work can help you stay alert and concentrate for longer. In the past, I relied on chance to get me into the zone. Nowadays I intentionally harness the power of exercise …
Recent studies show that exercise directly and significantly changes our brain. It readies us to learn. It helps us to focus and remain alert. It helps us cope with stress. It primes us to be productive. …
If you’re anything like me, I find the concept of space incredibly attractive. I live a rich but complex life, juggling multiple roles, projects, family responsibilities, bills and busyness …