The Blog
Commodified time and slow leisure
In 2022 my ability to concentrate on the written word disappeared. As a lifelong reader, reading has always been a core part of my life and of my identity. (Even before I could read, my pre-school teachers expressed concern to my parents about how much time I spent in...
Exactly how (and why) to practise gratitude
You’ve heard that you should keep a gratitude journal, but did you know that some of the most common gratitude advice doesn’t work? Here’s exactly how (and why) to practise gratitude.
Why I don’t recommend this popular productivity method
Let’s talk about the productivity technique that is named after a tomato and why I don’t necessarily recommend it.
Three books about how other people work
Today I want to share with you three books that will give you insights into how other people work.
Three surprising signs you’re not working at your best
Sometimes when you’re not at your best, you don’t even realise that that’s what’s happening. So let’s talk about three surprising signs that you are not working at your best.
Mini-course: Productive Work from Home
30 minutes to better productivity — all for $7
Working from home sounds like a dream: no commute, access to your own kitchen, peace and quiet galore.
But in practice, our brains struggle to differentiate between life and work when they both happen in the same location, making it harder to get started, stay focussed, and switch off.
Takes less than 30 minutes
Teaches practical, simple steps
Gives you more focus, less distraction
