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Life is noisy, but your brain doesn't have to be. This quick weekly conversation offers smart, simple ways to retrain your brain to hack your productivity and communicate better. Brain-science-meets-word-nerd host Kristin Graham offers shortcuts on how to navigate our cluttered digital world so you can spend more time enjoying life offline. She's done the research and tried-the-things, so you get the headlines and hacks without all the homework.
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We'd love to hear from you! Now that we have seen some of the different ways distractions can sneak up on us, let's start looking at some easy tools we can implement in our daily lives to increase our productivity and reign in our time management. In this episode, we explore the power of a 10-minute kickstart to get your productivity back on track.…
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We'd love to hear from you! Continuing on this week with our time management series, we are going to explore the "sneaky ways" in which we can undermine our productivity. From busying ourselves with other tasks, over researching (or over scrolling), to perfectionism paralysis, there are many ways for time to disappear. Learn how to recognize the da…
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We'd love to hear from you! Following the series on energy management, this episode launches our next focus on time management. We explore how sleep (or the lack of it) impacts our personal productivity as well as the neuro and biological science behind sleep's impact on our mood, focus, memory, and physical health.…
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We'd love to hear from you! In this last episode of the Energy Management series, we’re pulling everything together with some tips and tricks to utilize in your daily life. Whether you’re looking to fine-tune your routine or keep your energy up, this episode is packed with useful insights. Tune in with me and my friend (and fellow entrepreneur) Del…
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We'd love to hear from you! There is a field of study called neuroeconomics that explores the brain science, psychology, and economics behind our desire (or not) to help others. There is a tangible physical and mental energy when we do for others; so this episode explores ways to consider the motivation behind the how, when, and how much to help in…
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We'd love to hear from you! Continuing on with our energy management series, in this episode we will explore ways to boost our brain through being intentional. How we start and end the day can lay the foundation for success, helping to maximize productivity and creativity. Tune in to learn how to incorporate some of these brain boosting practices i…
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We'd love to hear from you! We are going to start a mini series this month all about energy management. In this episode we will begin by looking at chronobiology and how to maximize our productivity based on our own biological rhythms. Whether you're looking to boost your energy, enhance focus, or simply feel more in tune with your natural rhythm, …
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We'd love to hear from you! Food and nutrition play such a big role in our day to day lives, and we often hear from so many different sources and experts about what we should be putting into our body. In this episode, we will explore some of the ways that food can have an impact on our health and why it makes sense to listen to our body's own indiv…
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We'd love to hear from you! There are many areas in life where we do not have control. In this episode, we explore some of the important areas in life and how we can regain control through the power of choice. From financial decisions to time management, your health, and personal growth, we explore practical strategies to take control of what’s you…
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We'd love to hear from you! Sometimes, just "doing" without thinking can be a gift we give to our brains. In this episode we are going to explore the ways we can boost our brains, while still enjoying a sense of accomplishment. If your brain is ready for a break, join in and discover how less thinking and more action can rejuvenate your mind and el…
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We'd love to hear from you! In this episode, we explore the intricacies of loss and the path towards transitioning into new chapters. Whether the loss is a personal one or a major shift in your career, this season can feel uncertain and unsettling. Join the conversation as we tour the rearview mirror of nostalgia and the means to expand the map of …
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We'd love to hear from you! In this episode we are going to explore the power of words and the courage it takes to ask the (sometimes) hard questions. Whether you are going on the path of self inquiry, wanting to gain more clarity, or just wanting to allow for more growth in various aspects of your life let's dive in and look at some of the questio…
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We'd love to hear from you! In this episode, we explore the power of partnerships for boosting productivity. Whether for personal or professional goals, finding ways to have an accountability partner can be a burst of energy and momentum. We'll review ideas on how you can get a little extra energy to help stay focused, motivated, and on track. Show…
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We'd love to hear from you! Where is that fine line between being open and oversharing? Whether it is in the workplace or in a personal relationship let's jump in and explore how to be authentic without the need for excessive elaboration. Join in on this episode as we break down some of those nuances and the importance of honesty, boundaries, and h…
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We'd love to hear from you! This episode takes a closer look at patience and how we can blend a little bit more of it into our daily lives. Patience can be a tool for growth and progress in both personally and professionally, and it can also show us areas where a little more push might lead to progress.…
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We'd love to hear from you! Sometimes even the act of thinking about change can stop us from making the day-to-day decisions in our lives. This episode looks at when and why we might resist the switches we ultimately know are necessary. Whether it's information overload, fear of something new, or just being too tired, there are a few ways we can bo…
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We'd love to hear from you! How often do your "have to" and "want to" items end up moving from one list to the next, or are replaced by a new, urgent thing, or are subconsciously just avoided? When it comes to true progress, a decision isn't made until action is taken. This episode looks at the how we can stop tracking things and start doing them. …
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We'd love to hear from you! This episode continues the conversation from Episode 106 about exploring your own comfort with giving and receiving. In this episode, we look further at the layers of what it takes (and how it feels) to create, revise, and communicate your own wants. Learn more about the psychology behind social cohesion and why it somet…
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We'd love to hear from you! In a world that often praises success and masks the reality of failure, let's pay attention to the messy, imperfect, yet profoundly human experiences that shape who we are. Whether it's setbacks in career and relationships, or personal obstacles and moments of doubt, failure is a part of life. So join us as we re-imagine…
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We'd love to hear from you! This episode looks at the science behind sex and the physiology of pleasure. With input from the fields of biology, psychology, and sociology, we'll discuss components of the brain and body related to sexual activity with a partner as well as individual sexual pleasure, and how personal comfort and curiosity are key ingr…
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We'd love to hear from you! Welcome back to part 2 of our 100th episode recap! We highlight key themes from the last two years and recap small steps to help optimize your time and energy. Join us as we look at ways to re-frame our mindset, effectively channel our energy, and explore the profound impact our words have on others and ourselves.…
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We'd love to hear from you! We're marking 100 episodes with a special highlight compilation with key themes on time management, energy management, and common distractions. Whether you’re new to this conversation or have been part of the journey along the way, thanks for spending time learning how to do fewer things better.…
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We'd love to hear from you! Whether you're yearning for a moment of rest among daily to-do's or seeking a more mindful way of being, this episode outlines seven elements that contribute to deeper restoration. Learn what areas can complement others and which tools to try when you're feeling the fatigue or simply wanting to maintain a holistic approa…
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We'd love to hear from you! This episode highlights the many benefits of a regular routine of fun. Not only does it lighten stress in the buzz of busy days, but research has also shown there are tangible biological and psychological benefits to putting as priority on fun in many forms. Learn a few ideas and the science behind bursts of joy.…
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We'd love to hear from you! No one gets through life without mistakes. The tally of those mistakes doesn’t create your character; that comes from how you recognize the mistakes you made and release the mistakes of others. Forgiveness is more than just a virtue; it's an act of courage and selfcare. This episode explores the science and psychology of…
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We'd love to hear from you! Taking risks can be both terrifying and exhilarating. Our brain works to keep us safe while evaluating our goals, dreams, and desires. Whether you are thinking about a major life change or just trying on new ideas, this episode highlights the benefits of the option to explore different options.…
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We'd love to hear from you! We know that we need water but why is it SO important? This episode plunges into the many ways water is vital to our productivity, health, and even our happiness. Listen and learn why water is not just a basic need, but also an essential ingredient to our existence.By Kristin Graham
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We'd love to hear from you! The magic you are seeking is in the work you are not doing. Distractions are easy to find and can be difficult to overcome. This episode explores actionable strategies to help find focus and recaps insights from previous episodes for those wanting to dig into more on overcoming the daily distractions.…
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We'd love to hear from you! We may not always get what we want, but we won’t get what we don’t ask for. Yes, asking can be awkward but that’s where science can be helpful. Questions trigger a mental reflex known as “instinctive elaboration.” When you ask a question, it activates the brain to gather intelligence and seek creative problem solving. A …
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We'd love to hear from you! This episode goes back to Fewer Things Better with a replay of episode #6 on the topic of Engines & Anchors. Daily deposits are being made into your mind through words. And those words, either add or subtract from your self-confidence. Pay attention to who has access to the microphone of your mind. The people you hear fr…
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