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 008: Your Entire Life is 1% of Recorded History
"Impermanence" is a word that I feel like is following me around lately. As much as we don't like to think about it, deep down we all know that we will be gone one day. But until then, here we are! We woke up today! How much time do we … [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 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...]
