The Art of Working Like a Sprinter

How often is your work interrupted by notifications or distracting thoughts that you find hard to ignore? In our modern world, overwhelm and distraction threaten to constantly derail us. As artist Austin Kleon states in his book Keep Going: “Your attention is one of the most valuable things you possess, which is why everyone wants […]

The science behind having a good holiday break

10 years ago, I was feeling emotionally exhausted. It had been an intense year of work and study. I desperately needed a break. So I packed a backpack and went hiking with a group of friends. We did the sorts of things you see people do in wilderness films: we swam in rivers, slept under […]

The gentle art of pottering: How to stay sane in a crazy busy world

We live in a fast paced world. Many of us are sacrificing the quality of our lives by going too hard at living. It’s drilled into us that in order to succeed, we need to be constantly working, striving towards our goals and improving ourselves. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a big fan of self […]

The importance of rest: Why studying for long periods of time is counterproductive

Do you have a tendency to push yourself? Do you burn the midnight oil? If so, the way you’re working isn’t working. Sure, I know how it is. When you work until late at night (when others are sleeping), you feel like you’re being super productive. It feels like you’re getting lots done. You think […]