Illustration: Nishant Choksi For as long as I can remember, I've possessed a Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger mentality. I never settle for where I'm at; I stay focused on where I'm going and how I can be better. But forever living in the future with your ideal, "best self" can wreak havoc on your mental … Continue reading There is Nothing Wrong With You
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My Own Private Anxiety
Illustration: Evelin Bundur I started my morning thinking about anxiety. Unlike a typical morning, where these thoughts swirl in my own brain, I was listening to Big Medium founder Josh Clark speak about the future of technology and how it impacts our lives. Centering on the theme of anxiety, he illustrated the importance of checking … Continue reading My Own Private Anxiety
Unlocking Your Keystone Habit
Illustration: Denise Eliane As a driven, Type-A human, I crave structure. I love planning my week, writing to-do lists, and generating goals. If left to my own devices, I will impose structure on an otherwise freeform day. For me, there’s something comforting about exerting control over my time and environment. And yet, as a human, … Continue reading Unlocking Your Keystone Habit
Heather Havrilesky: “Why Am I So Lazy?”
Photo-Illustration: Stevie Remsberg; Photos: Getty Images In light of the new year, I've reflected a lot on the stories I tell myself. It's amazing how a seemingly simple narrative can shape your perceptions of yourself and others. Since these narratives were at the forefront of my mind, this advice column hit particularly hard. The reader … Continue reading Heather Havrilesky: “Why Am I So Lazy?”
One-word Resolutions
Image: Lauren Lee To close out 2017, I gathered with friends to celebrate the season. As the group discussed family traditions, my friend P told us about her own. Each year, her family members share their resolution for the new year. The catch? It must be summed up in one word. Some members of our … Continue reading One-word Resolutions
The Importance of Revisiting Notebooks
I've kept a journal on and off since I was 14 years old. In addition to journaling, which documents my most personal thoughts, I also keep work notebooks. The structure of my notebooks is a little fuzzier: they serve as a catch-all for ideas, resources, people, and places. It's amazing to revisit them to get … Continue reading The Importance of Revisiting Notebooks
Joyce Carol Oates, The Art of Fiction
I love reading about famous peoples' processes. I look for meaning in their rituals and routines in hopes of finding wisdom that will make me more productive. Joyce Carol Oates an excellent productivity role model: she's written over 40 novels, as well as a number of plays and novellas, and many volumes of short stories, … Continue reading Joyce Carol Oates, The Art of Fiction