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The Reality of Distraction, Inaction and Fear, The Importance of Sleep
Mario Peshev
April 11, 2023
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3 Ideas For Better Habits
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The Truth Behind Distraction
Behavioral expert and author, Nir Eyal, on why we search for distraction. "Most people don’t want to acknowledge the uncomfortable truth that distraction is always an unhealthy escape from reality."
Crush Fear and Build Confidence
Positive thinking advocate, Norman Vincent Peale, on the formula for success.
"Action is a great restorer and builder of confidence. Inaction is not only the result, but the cause, of fear. Perhaps the action you take will be successful; perhaps different action or adjustments will have to follow. But any action is better than no action at all."
Source: The Power of Positive Thinking 3
Finding Purpose Amidst Uncertainty
Resiliency coach, Oliver Burkeman, on finding your calling.
"Once you no longer need to convince yourself that the world isn’t filled with uncertainty and tragedy, you’re free to focus on doing what you can to help."
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Brain Food
Today I Learned: Over one-quarter of the world’s hazelnuts are used to make Nutella. Each year, roughly 365 million kilos – the rough weight of the Empire State Building – of Nutella is consumed. (Source)
Science: Getting less than five hours of sleep in mid-to-late life could be linked to an increased risk of developing at least two chronic diseases.(Source)
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