Atomic Habits is a book worth reading. I don't say that lightly. In the last couple years, I can count those books on one hand (here are my top three books from 2018). Another book I'm a big fan of is Essentialism by Greg McKeown. I believe … [Read more...]
Slow Hack 009: Take Daily Naps for Better Health & Creativity
Naps are making a comeback. I'm seeing the health benefits of napping everywhere lately. Even naps at work are becoming socially acceptable. WebMD says, "America, It's Time for Your Nap." There's even an ongoing debate about whether we should get … [Read more...]
Slow Hack 007: Say “NO” Often to Say “YES” to What Matters
This is one of the most important slow hacks I'll ever write. Everyone and everything — every person in your life, company, brand, advertiser, product, service, you name it — wants a piece of your time. The pieces of time requested of you have no … [Read more...]
Slow Hack 006: Create a Daily Routine with Calendar Time Blocking (+ 7 Pro Tips)
I really think I've tried just about every productivity and to-do list tip, trick, hack, and app. Trying to make a day seem more like a day and a half. In the past, I definitely fell into the societal belief that more is better. But, no matter our … [Read more...]
The Benefits of LSD (Long Slow Distance) in Running and Life
In high school cross country, Tuesdays and Thursdays were reserved for interval training, speed work, and repeats. Fridays were easy runs in preparation for Saturday race days; followed by a short run (or usually nothing at all) on Sundays. And, … [Read more...]
Forget “How-To” — “When” by Daniel Pink is a “When-To” Book (Book Summary)
I devoured Daniel Pink's new book When in just a few sittings. It's an eye-opening and quick read. And, it couldn't have come at a more opportune time because I have some BIG NEWS to share. Yesterday marked the end (at least for now) of a a 10+ … [Read more...]
Oops Minimalism: How I Spent $0 on Clothing for 6 Months Without Trying
Wait...what minimalism? Let's back up for a minute. So, I just had an aha moment last night. I've been tracking our household cash flow on a monthly basis for at least the last five years (our household consists of my wife, me, and our two … [Read more...]
10 Life (& Work) 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...]
Digital Minimalism Defined & 10 Digital Declutter Tips
Digital Minimalism Goes Mainstream • You know the need for digital minimalism is real when things like the NoPhone, a plastic rectangle resembling a smartphone, now exist. So real, in fact, that they raised $18,000 on Kickstarter, have sold over … [Read more...]
