The mind sweep method for clearing your mental clutter
According to cognitive psychology research, your brain has a strict capacity limit. Seven items. When you exceed this, your mental…
Methods
Discover science-backed techniques, hacks and step-by-step guides to optimize your productivity and well-being. From sleep and nutrition to habits and time management, transform your daily routines with proven strategies for success.
When late be late only once
When you’re running late, always say you’ll be later than you think. If you think you’ll be 10 minutes late,…
The circle of hell test
For years, I failed the circle of hell test without even knowing it existed. I’d see someone hovering at the…
The single best diet for healthy aging
A 30-year Harvard study has finally settled the question about which diet is best for healthy aging. The researchers tracked…
The Time Sector Method
There’s a standard rule in productivity circles: “Organize your tasks by project.” You hear it everywhere. It’s repeated in books,…
Tomorrow mapping
Last winter, I showed up to an important client meeting without my laptop. I had forgotten to charge it the…
The 4 Quarters Technique
The 4 Quarters Technique helps you stop writing off entire days after one thing goes wrong. Split your waking hours…
The “Dailyish” Practice: The habit formation method that works
I showed up to an important client meeting without my laptop last winter. I’d forgotten to charge it the night…
Sleep Better by Keeping Your Phone Out of Your Bedroom
Every night, my phone sat on my nightstand, buzzing with notifications, tempting me with “just one quick check” that turned…
Words add years to your life
Scientists have long understood that smarter people tend to live longer. The question has always been: which parts of intelligence…