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During this season of giving, the gift of words can be one of the best things we offer (and receive). This episode encourages us to find a few moments to share a few words with a few people. It also shares insights from the book Die Empty by Todd Henry and the TEDx talk "Eulogies for the Living" by Andrea Driessen.  

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Have you ever found yourself paralyzed by the plethora of choices life presents? Or hitting the pause button on decisions, creating a pattern of avoidance that seems hard to escape? Indecision can be a formidable adversary, this is especially true when we allow procrastination or distractions to become a silent saboteur. This episode explores the costs of persistent distraction and indecision.  Confront the pauses, break free from avoidance, and rediscover the momentum of decision-making.

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Life and productivity, similar to seasons, unfolds in distinct phases-some filled with a vibrancy of Spring, or warmth of Summer, while others are more like the reflection of Autumn or stillness of Winter. Join in as we navigate the science behind productivity cycles and time management; sharing practical insights and strategies to harness the power of both peak performance and gentle reprieve.

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This episode explores the intricate web of overthinking and the mental and physical impact of spending tangible energy on what is not within our tangible control. We examine the different elements that can heighten or calm our minds and some strategies to free yourself from the overthinking and overdoing cycle. 

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There is a saying that feedback is a gift. And while that may be true in some cases, this episode explores why not every gift needs to be accepted and how to gracefully receive or return what is being offered. Your brain plays a role in how to filter if the feedback is positive, negative, or neutral. A few framing techniques can help you be intentional when deciding what, when, and how much feedback is really needed. 

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In the field of productivity, there are many, many tools and techniques, but the most powerful element is efficiency.  This episode focuses on the few minutes we often do have to spare and how to make the most of them with a very specific and easy-to-try tool, plus a link below to my favorite productivity timer that often helps me get out of my own thinking and on to the doing.

Show Note: Link to digital cube timer (on Amazon)
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This episode focuses on the concept of active listening and gives examples of the communication practice called 'mirroring.' Learn four questions that can help conversations go deeper than the quick answers and a simple, but effective technique to prompt others to share beyond the basics. 

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Our brain doesn’t always welcome comfort. After all, its job is to keep you safe.  But safe isn’t a long-term strategy and discomfort isn’t the same as danger. In fact, it’s often the price of admission for the path to progress. This episode looks at the psychology and physiology of change and a few tips to help you navigate the novelty of new. 

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We all want to do more in our days, and we want what we do to be good (really good). This friction between productivity and the pursuit of perfection puts a mental toll on our already overloaded brains. This episode offers an excerpt from the previous episode #55 on the gift of good enough, and how giving it to yourself can help free up some of that cognitive clutter.

Show note: The Magical Number 7 concept:  The Magical Number Seven, Plus or Minus Two - Wikipedia  

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When we talk about money, our brain lights up.  Money means more than math when our sense of value is tied to the outcome. This episode offers two prompts to help assess how we invest our time and energy when it comes to financial elements. There are many situations where money won’t be in our control, but our value always should be. A little discomfort on your own behalf might be one of the best investments you ever make.