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The Purpose Driven Life
Mario Peshev
July 20, 2024
Welcome to The Smarter Brain, a curation of thought-provoking ideas and actionable reads to help you build better habits and become more productive.
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Cheers, The Smarter Brain Team
Estimated Reading Time: 2 mins
3 Ideas For Better Habits
The Freedom in Creating Unapologetically
Author and speaker, Elizabeth Gilbert, on the courage to create.
"Recognizing that people's reactions don't belong to you is the only sane way to create. If people enjoy what you've created, terrific. If people ignore what you've created, too bad. If people misunderstand what you've created, don't sweat it. And what if people absolutely hate what you've created? What if people attack you with savage vitriol, and insult your intelligence, and malign your motives, and drag your good name through the mud?
Just smile sweetly and suggest - as politely as you possibly can - that they go make their own fucking art. Then stubbornly continue making yours."
Research professor, Brené Brown, on the hidden vulnerability in narcissism.
"When I look at narcissism through the vulnerability lens, I see the shame-based fear of being ordinary. I see the fear of never feeling extraordinary enough to be noticed, to be lovable, to belong, or to cultivate a sense of purpose."
Source: Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead Redefining Humility
Pastor and author, Rick Warren, on the essence of true humility
"True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less."
Productivity Tools and Resources
How Zoom affects our brains 🧠
Yale researchers have found that neural activity during Zoom conversations is significantly reduced compared to face-to-face interactions. The study highlights how in-person communication stimulates more social and emotional brain activity, emphasizing the unique benefits of real-life interactions.
Master transitions: why stopping and starting can be tough
Discover why making transitions between tasks can be challenging and how to manage them effectively. Learn strategies to overcome the "I have no choice" mindset and use productive breaks to maintain momentum.
What We're Reading
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Brain Food
Science: A new study by a team of international researchers has uncovered a biological explanation for long-term memories. It centers on the discovery of the role of a molecule, KIBRA, that serves as a 'glue' to other molecules, thereby solidifying memory formation. (Source)
Have a productive week ahead, The Smarter Brain Team
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