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I’m a big fan of Cal Newport, but somehow, I missed Slow Productivity – time for a Book Review. What’s to love about his work? He doesn’t just offer productivity tips—he provides historical context and research, making his insights feel grounded and well-supported. He also brings in stories of well-known and lesser-known individuals, making his…
As of this writing (4/2/25), it feels like we’re living in a pressure cooker. Political divides, economic uncertainty, job instability, and work stress are everywhere. On top of that, life throws its usual curveballs—health changes, family challenges, relationship upsets, grief, and loss. And then there are the everyday annoyances: car trouble, insurance headaches, financial concerns,…
Winning the Battle of You versus You, Scott Miller, and James C. Moore The cycles of growth in life don’t let up, and it can make you wonder what gets in the way of personal and business success. The subtitle names a challenge that many entrepreneurs encounter – how you can get in your own…
Is there a cloud raining on your aliveness? Are you facing the wind of that? Or eating Cheetos / indulging in endless comforting activities? Is there, oh no, some whining going on? This is called passive coping. You need some of that, yes. But waking up requires some active coping muscles too…
I used to think that the Quantum Leap to heed the Soul’s call would take one leap. And then I could jump into the hammock, yum! Pass the margarita! But no – the stretch from the old way to the new way requires many shifts, and constant courage. These can be little choices each day,…
Ow, Ow, Ow! There I was again, hitting my upper limits ceiling. What, do I have a big head or something? No, well yeah, I do need large hats for the physical size thing. But no – I was just extending myself, leaning into my edge, going beyond what I’d done before. Boof, hello ceiling….