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The simple mindset shift for lifelong learning
Mario Peshev
January 11, 2025
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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Estimated Reading Time: 2 mins
3 Ideas For Better Habits
The Challenge of Inspiring Goodness
TED curator and author, Chris J. Anderson, on making kindness contagious.
"Threats, outrage, and disgust are compelling. Earnest goodness, alas, is boring. What to do? How about making goodness the very opposite of boring? Let’s be generous in a way that gives people goosebumps, in a way that inspires them to share stories and act in kind."
Source: Infectious Generosity: The Ultimate Idea Worth Spreading Discovering the Irresistible Formula
Bestselling author, Malcolm Gladwell, on impactful communication.
"There is a simple way to package information that, under the right circumstances, can make it irresistible. All you have to do is find it."
Source: The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference Unlock Learning Through Experience
Nobel laureate in Economics, Richard H. Thaler, on learning essentials.
"Psychologists tell us that in order to learn from experience, two ingredients are necessary: frequent practice and immediate feedback."
Productivity Tools and Resources
Six easy ways to unwind after a stressful workday
Learn six practical tips to help you decompress, from setting boundaries with work notifications to engaging your senses through simple rituals. Fully enjoy your downtime and reclaim your evenings.
The simple mindset shift for lifelong learning
Consider a mindset shift from sticking to familiar routines to seeking insights from others' experiences. By asking "What's working for you?" we open ourselves up to new perspectives and growth, fostering a spirit of continuous learning at any stage of life.
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Brain Food
Today I Learned: Cardinals and several other bird species sometimes cover themselves in ants to fight off parasites, a behavior known as "anting." (Source)
Science: Metabolic syndrome increases many Americans' risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. A new clinical trial finds that 3 months of time-restricted eating improved patients' blood sugar regulation and metabolic function, which could help ward off serious and chronic diseases. (Source)
Have a productive week ahead, The Smarter Brain Team
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