Inspiring Simplicity. Weekend Links.
There are many wonderful people pursuing and promoting simplicity. Fortunately, some of them are gifted in communication and choose to encourage and inspire us with their words. I enjoy reading their perspective. I’m sure you will too.
So fix yourself a nice warm cup of coffee or tea on this beautiful weekend. Find a quiet moment. And enjoy some encouraging words about finding more simplicity in your life today.
Distracted Living | My Jenn-eration by Jennifer Meer. An important, humility-filled conversation on the importance of overcoming distraction. I was first introduced to Jennifer and her story when we both appeared as guests on Huffington Post Live this past week (13:24). Definitely worth reading.
Why Your Brain Needs More Downtime | Scientific American by Ferris Jabr. Research on naps, meditation, nature walks and the habits of exceptional artists and athletes reveals how mental breaks increase productivity, attention, memory, and creativity.
Here’s How the Internet Hurts your Sleep Schedule, Productivity and Personal Life | Washington Post by Caitlin Dewey. If you’ve ever suspected the Internet is taking over your offline life, an economist has some disheartening news for you: It is.
College, Smartphones, And Becoming Better | Maxime Vaillancourt by Maxime Vaillancourt. “Let me be straightforward with you. I’m stepping away (partly) from technology in general. Here’s why.”
How to Build a Batcave for Habit Change | Nerd Fitness by Steve Kamb. Practical thoughts on using your environment to give yourself a leg up in creating new habits.
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