My brain is not a steel trap. I am not good at remembering things. When a new task or idea strikes, I write it down immediately in my notebook so it isn’t lost forever. Maybe that’s why I’m a planning freak. My bullet journal is sacred to me, and I feel more productive, optimized, and […]
Be a Boss: 3 ways to get some back-to-work sparkle
I’ve suddenly found myself in a strange new work situation—WFH. Working from home. Maybe you’re in the same situation. Maybe you’re laid off, waiting for a re-hire. Or maybe you’re just thinking about looking for a new job. I think I miss going to work at the library. I’m pretty sure I liked my job […]
The Upside to Grumpy: embracing the dark side
Dammit, Quarantine. You Got Me in a Bad Mood. But It’s Okay. Because now I have permission to intermittently ignore the voice in my head telling me to cheer up. Why? Because there’s an upside to being grumpy, angry, and anxious! Susan David, PhD, explains how we can use our negativity to our advantage her […]
They Canceled Fun: a Tiny resource roundup
The Virus. It’s easy to feel sort of paralyzed right now–and that’s okay. I’m having a hard time thinking about sticking to my normal schedule when I really just want to scroll the newsfeeds, searching for a crumb of hope. My kid nailed it when she said, ‘They canceled fun!’ Luckily, I haven’t been laid […]
Email Freakout: 5 ways to take control of your inbox
I used to think having Inbox Zero was being productive. By clearing out my email inbox at work every day or so, I felt like I was cleaning house and preparing for the real work I was about to do. Tra la la! Managing emails is an easy win, right? You’re GSD (Getting Shit Done). […]
Just Show Up: An easy way to establish good habits
I just got back from a Las Vegas weekend—Four days of no writing, no exercising and no doing anything from my normal daily routine. I probably don’t have to tell you that it was tough going back to work on Tuesday: I didn’t get up at my usual time, I didn’t want to take my […]