I've recently had a few slow living reminders of the differences between a day and a lifetime. Yesterday, I came across this quote: Most people overestimate what they can do in one year and underestimate what they can do in ten years. — Bill … [Read more...]
Ikigai: The Japanese Purpose or “Reason for Being”
Looking for a book summary of Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles? You can find that Ikigai book summary here. I've read and personally explored a lot about purpose over the last few years. … [Read more...]
Slow Hack 003: Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? (5 Whys)
Ask "Why?" 5 Times • This slow living hack is easy to explain but difficult to implement (especially consistently). Asking "Why?" five times is a technique to help you get to the root cause of a problem. Simple as that! The origin of the … [Read more...]
Slow Hack 002: Define Your Life Roles Using The Four Burners Theory
What is the Four Burners Theory? As far as I can tell, the Four Burners Theory originated in a 2009 article in The New Yorker. The burners are referring to the burners on a stove: "Not a real stove but a symbolic one." 'One burner represents your … [Read more...]
10 Life Hacks from “Essentialism” (Book Summary)
Some essentials about Essentialism by Greg McKeown • Let's kick things off with the Essentialism elevator pitch. If you only have one minute to read this, here you go: Definition: Author Greg McKeown says the most fitting definition of … [Read more...]
