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Are we wired for an organized brain?
And what's our natural ability to manage chaos
Mario Peshev
April 02, 2025
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3 Ideas for Better Habits
Focus on Core Principles
Business strategist, Josh Kaufman, on smart decision-making.
"Instead of memorizing endless details, focus on the underlying principles that have the biggest impact on your decision-making and success."
Dare to Question Convention
Renowned Economist, Steven D. Levitt, on challenging norms
"Thinking like a freak means challenging the status quo and daring to question conventional wisdom."
Success Demands Tough Choices
Unconventional Success Thinker, Anonymous, on the power of overcoming challenges.
"Effective success is about taking the hard steps in life when everyone else looks for easy outlets; that’s where true growth begins."
Stay Fully Organized
Save time and energy by keeping everything organized and easily accessible in one Second Brain. Based on the P.A.R.A. organization method, it ensures you have an efficient and effective way to keep moving forward.
Productivity Tools and Resources
How We Process and Manage Information
Neuroscientist Daniel J. Levitin explains how the brain categorizes data, focusing on attention, memory, and decision-making. His insights offer useful ways to structure daily life with less mental clutter. Levitin's research connects neuroscience with everyday organization strategies.
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Brain Food
Today I Learned: The Eiffel Tower can grow up to 6 inches (15 cm) taller during the summer due to the expansion of its iron structure. (Source)
Science: New insights into the development of the human brain — Two specific genes that evolve exclusively in humans jointly influence the development of the cerebrum. Researchers have provided evidence that these genes contribute together to the evolutionary enlargement of the brain. (Source)
Have a productive rest of your week,
The Smarter Brain Team
Resource Spotlight
First Principles > Shiny Objects
In business and in life, success comes from sticking to what really matters and staying true to our core values. Embracing life's ups and downs with genuine love and kindness is what helps us build something lasting.
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