How To Get Better At Following Through On Things
“Your brain values long-term benefits when they are in the future, but it values immediate gratification when it comes to the present moment.”
Author: Josh Spector
Jim Carrey On Why We Make Art
“I think what makes someone an artist is they make models of their inner life. They make something physically come into being that is inspired by their emotions...
28 Great Interview Questions To Ask A Potential Employee
“How does this position relate to what you really want to be doing?”
How To Write 3,000 Words A Day
“Silence the internal editor. In other words, don’t listen to any of your critical voices while you try to hit your goal; just keep writing.”
How To Change Your Past
“Memories are reconstructions of the past based on our current understandings of the world. Memories change, little by little. They fluctuate. They are filtered...
Why We’re Always In A Hurry And What To Do About It
“What is the result of always wanting more, always wanting to maximize? It’s rushing, grabbing onto everything, never having enough, never being satisfied, neve...
How Our Projects Shape Our Personalities
“What you do affects who you are. That’s because personal projects are all about the future — they point us forward, guiding us along routes that might be short...
How To Finish What You Start
Everybody starts projects. Successful people finish them. The ability to finish is the most important skill any creator, entrepreneur, or artist can develop and...
Your Smartphone Makes You Dumber Even When You’re Not Using It
“A smartphone can demand its user’s attention even when the person isn’t using it or consciously thinking about it. Even if a phone’s out of sight in a bag, eve...
How To Tell Your Story
“Conflict. No good story is complete without it. That means you have to share tough moments — even moments when you failed. This is tough for everyone. The obje...