In this episode, the author promises to teach us a practical and uniquely positive approach to making decisions and exploring new ideas. Join Cory & me as we embark on a journey for clearer thinking, improved communication, and greater creativity.
Focused #198: Revisiting Journaling
David & I revisit the topic of journaling for personal growth and share how our workflows have evolved.
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Intentional Family #102: The Reading Life
In this episode, Rachel and I share about the power of reading and how what you read actually changes your brain.
Bookworm #190: Learn Like a Pro by Barbara Oakley & Olav Schewe
Do you have trouble learning new things? This episode’s author promises to help us improve our ability to learn based on neuroscience and cognitive psychology. Join me & new co-host Cory Hixson as we attempt to make the best use of our brains.
Focused #197: Feel Good Productivity
In this episode, David & I consider the role of happiness & joy in meaningful productivity.
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Intentional Family #101: The Pen is Mightier Than the Sword
In this episode, Rachel talks about her favorite writing program and shares writing samples from her children’s stories and papers.
Bookworm #189: Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans
In this episode, the authors (and Stanford Life Design Lab co-founders) promise to help us use design thinking to create a life that is both meaningful and fulfilling. Join new co-host Cory Hixson and me as we attempt to build our version of a well-lived, joyful life.
Focused #196: Focus & The Reading Life, with Maryanne Wolf
Cognitive neuroscientist and reading warrior Dr. Maryanne Wolf joins us to talk about the science of reading and how what we read changes our brains.
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Bookworm #188: Feel Good Productivity by Ali Abdaal
Productivity isn’t just hard work and efficiency. In this episode, the author promises to teach us an easier and happier path to success.
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Focused #195: The Productivity Field Guide
After several years in production, the Productivity Field Guide is here! I interview David about what’s in it, how much went into it, and why it’s so important to David.
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