There’s a secret that every good teacher knows: if you want to master a subject, teach it. There’s nothing quite like explaining an idea to someone else to shine a light on what you know and what you only thought you knew. When you’re teaching, you can’t hide behind vague notions or half-formed concepts. You… Læs mere "Teaching for effective learning
They say curiosity killed the cat, but for billionaire investor Charlie Munger, it was a lifelong friend. From history to psychology to physics, he sought out the big ideas that shape our world, not as a mere intellectual exercise but as a way to expand his understanding and sharpen his judgment. And he consistently put… Læs mere "Curiosity skilled the cat
In the digital age, much of our work has become intangible. We spend our days staring at screens, clicking buttons, and watching numbers climb. It’s easy to feel disconnected from the real impact and meaning of what we do.That’s where the power of “slow productivity” comes in. By engaging deeply with our work – to… Læs mere "Slow productivity
In the age of hustle culture, doing nothing can feel like a cardinal sin. With our worth so often measured by our output, taking a break to sit and stare out the window seems laughably unproductive. But what if the real waste is a life spent on the hedonic treadmill, chasing happiness in all the… Læs mere "The joy of doing nothing
It’s early morning. You’re sipping your first cup of coffee, the mug warm in your hands. Steam curls up from the dark liquid surface as your brain slowly flickers to life. In this not-quite-awake state, it’s tempting to let your mind drift and start the day on mental autopilot. But what if you made a… Læs mere "5-minute morning planning
Do you ever lie awake at night, staring at the ceiling, pondering the purpose of everything? What am I doing with my life? What is the meaning of, well, life itself? If so, congratulations! You’re human. John W. Gardner, a renowned public thinker, spoke about the universal human struggle for meaning in a moving speech… Læs mere "How to build a life that matters
A simple trick to help you drift off to dreamland Do you struggle to fall asleep at night? Tossing and turning for hours, wondering if you’ll ever drift off? A restless mind can make it feel impossible to relax, but a simple breathing technique might be the solution you need. The 4-7-8 breathing technique, also… Læs mere "Fall asleep faster with the 4-7-8 Breathing Technique
It’s easy to think of Jeff Bezos only as the billionaire founder of Amazon. But like all of us, his character is shaped by the small moments and interactions that make up a life. When Bezos was 10, he was on a family road trip with his grandparents, rolling around in the back seat and… Læs mere "It’s harder to be kind than clever
Journaling and diary-writing have distinct purposes.Diaries document daily events, while journals emphasize introspection and personal growth. Choose based on your self-expression goals.
Reframing life’s frustrations Stoicism, the ancient philosophy that’s seen a modern resurgence, offers timeless wisdom for handling life’s daily irritations. At the heart of its teachings is a simple yet profoundly effective technique: the Stoic Pause. What exactly is the Stoic Pause? In essence, it’s taking a step back when confronted with a frustrating situation… Læs mere "The Stoic Pause: Your tool for emotional resilience
