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Episode 3588:
Jacob Lund Fisker challenges traditional views of productivity by emphasizing that true output isn't about managing time, but about wisely using finite reserves of creative, physical, and social energy. By likening productivity to a goose that can only lay one golden egg per day, he highlights the critical importance of balancing extraction, maintenance, and expansion to sustain long-term success without burnout.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://earlyretirementextreme.com/productivity-and-the-goose-that-laid-the-golden-eggs.html
Quotes to ponder:
"Productivity is not about maximizing extraction. The rate of extraction must not be maximized. Maximizing extraction is bad."
"If a person creates a lot of value in a single day, you can rest assured that very little of the same kind of value will be produced the next day."
"Productivity, therefore, is not about expending time more efficiently - it’s not about expending more energy either. It is about expending energy most efficiently."
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Episode 3587:
Shawna Scafe explores how "identity clutter," the physical and emotional baggage tied to who we think we should be, prevents us from living authentically in the present. She shows how minimalism and an abundance mindset can help clear space for genuine growth and help us step confidently into the people we truly are today.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/identity-clutter/
Quotes to ponder:
"I wanted to be this person who makes bird food bread. But I never made it a priority."
"When we fill up our space with ‘aspirations,’ we can’t use our space for actual, present moment LIVING."
"Decluttering the excess ALLOWS us to change and grow."
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Episode 3586:
Cylon George explores how finding your purpose doesn't have to be a monumental quest but instead can unfold through small daily actions and reflections. He offers practical strategies for tuning into what matters most, helping you align your life with deeper meaning and fulfillment.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.spirituallivingforbusypeople.com/purpose
Quotes to ponder:
"Finding your purpose doesn’t have to be a massive project or a huge commitment."
"Small steps taken consistently over time can lead to a profound sense of purpose."
"Paying attention to what energizes you and what drains you is a simple way to get clues about your purpose."
Episode references:
Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life: https://www.amazon.com/Ikigai-Japanese-Secret-Long-Happy/dp/0143130722
VIA Character Strengths Survey: https://www.viacharacter.org/survey/account/register
The Purpose Driven Life: https://www.amazon.com/Purpose-Driven-Life-What-Earth/dp/031033750X
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Episode 3585:
Nia Shanks emphasizes the transformative power of incorporating more "play" into daily life, showing how intentional moments of fun can boost creativity, mental health, and resilience. She encourages readers to rediscover activities that spark genuine joy and explains how prioritizing playful experiences leads to a more energized and fulfilling life.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://niashanks.com/play-time-and-why-you-need-it/
Quotes to ponder:
"Play is any activity that brings you joy just for the sake of doing it."
"Play helps relieve stress, boost creativity, improve relationships, and make life more enjoyable."
"Make time for the activities that make you lose track of time, that make you smile and laugh, that leave you feeling lighter and happier."
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Episode 3584:
Shana Olmstead shares a powerful mantra from her 98-year-old great aunt: AFGO, "another f*ing growth opportunity," reminding us that every challenge is a chance to expand our consciousness and evolve. With practical advice on cultivating awareness, reframing challenges, and trusting the universe’s plan, Shana invites us to see life not as a series of problems, but as an ongoing, loving curriculum for personal growth.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://shanaolmstead.com/2018/09/11/afgo-the-best-personal-growth-mantra-of-all-time/
Quotes to ponder:
"Every annoying person or long line or painful experience, it’s all here to teach us and help us grow."
"There are no problems, I am not a victim, life is a teacher, and I am a student."
"Surrender, surrender, surrender. When you feel you’ve surrendered enough, keep surrendering."
Episode references:
The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808
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Episode 3583:
Melani Schwayder explores how we can reclaim peace and purpose by infusing our chaotic, fast-paced lives with the principles of zen. From single-tasking to mindful decluttering, this piece offers practical steps to create spaciousness, reduce stress, and reconnect with the calm that already resides within us.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.abrighterwild.com/blog/zen-in-everyday-life
Quotes to ponder:
"When eating, eat. When walking, walk."
"Zen cannot exist where there is clutter."
"You see, zen is something that already exists innately within us. We are born in perfect peace, at ease with our world and with ourselves."
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Episode 3582:
Kathy Robinson explores the transformative power of paradoxical thinking as a tool for navigating today’s complex, often divisive world. By embracing a both/and mindset instead of binary either/or thinking, we open ourselves to deeper understanding, reduced emotional reactivity, and more peaceful, creative decision-making.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://athenawellness.com/blog/2022/4/1/the-art-of-holding-paradox
Quotes to ponder:
"The practice of considering a both/and view doesn’t ask that we agree with opposing views, but it does ask us to allow the space for multiple experiences, opinions, and possibilities."
"Paradoxical thinking gives us the opportunity to approach our challenges from different angles instead of one perspective for a deeper understanding and more inclusive resolution."
"What we find when we hold a paradox is that what’s on the other side is insight."
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Episode 3581:
Greg Audino redefines what it means to be responsible by blending real-life growth stages with mind-bending concepts from Robert Scheinfeld’s Busting Loose From the Money Game. By challenging conventional thinking and viewing life as a personal video game of cause and effect, Audino makes the case for radical responsibility as a path to freedom, empowerment, and deeper self-awareness.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/invisible-illness/life-invaders-3-return-of-responsibility-fbb9d06baa9e
Quotes to ponder:
"Responsibility is one of those concepts whose meaning changes drastically as life goes on."
"You see, we like responsibility within reason. It feels nice to tell ourselves we’re responsible. But transcending that is not what most people sign up for."
"Taking deliberate responsibility for things that aren’t a part of your plan gets you comfortable with the uncomfortable."
Episode references:
The Egg - A Short Story (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6fcK_fRYaI
The Martian by Andy Weir: https://www.amazon.com/Martian-Andy-Weir/dp/0553418025
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Episode 3580:
Chris Guillebeau explores the often-overlooked power of intentional rest as a crucial element of productivity and long-term success. By reframing rest as a proactive strategy rather than a reward or weakness, he offers a refreshing approach to avoiding burnout and sustaining creative energy.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisguillebeau.com/rest-and-recovery/
Quotes to ponder:
"Rest is not a reward for hard work; it’s part of the work itself."
"When we plan for rest and recovery in advance, we make better decisions and live better lives."
"Rest is a strategy. It’s a way to gain clarity, increase your creative energy, and avoid burnout."
Episode references:
Essentialism: https://gregmckeown.com/books/essentialism
Atomic Habits: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
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Episode 3579:
Rachel Jones offers a refreshingly simple approach to beginning a minimalist lifestyle by asking one essential question: “Is this stuff helping you live the life you want to live?” Her practical advice cuts through guilt and indecision, empowering you to clear the clutter and free your mind, one intentional choice at a time.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nourishingminimalism.com/simple-tricks-begin-minimalist-lifestyle/
Quotes to ponder:
"Is this stuff helping you live the life you want to live?"
"You can’t organize your way out of a clutter problem: you need to eliminate most of the items."
"When the clutter is gone, it’s easy to organize what’s left."
Episode references:
Mini Habits: https://www.amazon.com/Mini-Habits-Smaller-Bigger-Results/dp/1494882272
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Episode 3578:
J.D. Roth shares how reclaiming control over your time is the key to living with intention. By understanding where your hours go and aligning your actions with your values, you can craft a more meaningful, less reactive life.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.getrichslowly.org/taking-control-of-time-and-life/
Quotes to ponder:
"Time is your most valuable resource. You can always make more money, but once time is gone, it's gone."
"I wasn't choosing how to spend my time. I was letting life happen to me, and reacting to it."
"Freedom comes when your choices align with your values."
Episode references:
Your Money or Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Money-Life-Transforming-Relationship/dp/0143115766
The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin: https://gretchenrubin.com/books/the-four-tendencies/
RescueTime: https://www.rescuetime.com/
Toggl: https://toggl.com/
168 Hours by Laura Vanderkam: https://www.amazon.com/168-Hours-You-Have-Time/dp/159184410X
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Episode 3577:
Leo Babauta explores the root of our self-dissatisfaction and challenges the common belief that unhappiness with ourselves is necessary for growth. Instead, he offers a compassionate alternative, embracing self-love as a more sustainable and powerful motivator for change, with practices like mindfulness and daily reflection helping to build a genuine friendship with oneself.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/dissatisfied/
Quotes to ponder:
"You can do work out of love for the people, it will help."
"Each time we have these feelings, we can pause and just notice."
"There is a basic goodness beneath all of our difficulties, and we just need to stay and notice this goodness."
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Episode 3576:
Kate Hesse explores the tension between burnout and underperformance, offering a compassionate look at how our energy levels naturally ebb and flow. By addressing night owl habits, the pros and cons of routines, and how rest might not be laziness but necessary recovery, she empowers readers to find a more sustainable rhythm rooted in self-awareness and nature's cycles.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nourishnestbreathe.com/struggle-doing-too-much-or-too-little/
Quotes to ponder:
"Staying up late isn’t an issue unless you find yourself chronically tired, rushing each morning in a panic because you’re running late for work."
"Periods where we’re more productive, and periods where we’re more introspective are natural and normal."
"Doing less isn’t lazy, it’s resting up for the next round."
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Episode 3575:
Stephen Guise challenges the common belief that overwhelm is caused by having too much to do. Instead, he reveals it’s more about how we interpret our responsibilities, and shows that slowing down, not speeding up, is the unexpected path to clarity and productivity. Learn how doing nothing for a moment can shift your mindset and help you regain control, one calm breath at a time.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://minihabits.com/the-weird-way-to-fight-overwhelm/
Quotes to ponder:
"Taking a moment proves that overwhelm is only in the mind."
"When I begin to sense overwhelm, I will sit down on the couch or even lie down. This reaffirms to me that no figurative or real alligator is chasing me."
"The best way to blow it in a clutch situation in sports is to think about how important the situation is. None of that has anything to do with your ability to execute!"
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Episode 3574:
Dr. Jenny Brockis shares simple yet powerful strategies to quiet the mind and reclaim calm in an overstimulated world. By tuning into our senses, cultivating gratitude, laughing more, and practicing mindfulness, we can enhance our clarity, creativity, and emotional resilience.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drjennybrockis.com/2016/9/8/in-search-of-calm/
Quotes to ponder:
"A calm mind is a quiet mind, highly tuned and aware."
"Writing down what we are grateful for helps to instill calm."
"A good belly laugh is a great way to reduce tension and elevate mood."
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Episode 3573:
Jennifer of SimplyFiercely.com shares seven powerful journal prompts designed to help you simplify your life by reconnecting with your values and identifying hidden mental clutter. These thoughtful exercises offer a gentle yet profound way to reduce stress, make aligned decisions, and let go of what no longer serves you.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.simplyfiercely.com/simple-journal-prompts/
Quotes to ponder:
"Everyone experiences stress now and then but unfortunately, for many it has become a 'normal' state of being."
"If you want more time for what really matters, then you need to start by clarifying what this means to you."
"At its core, simple living is values-led living, life feels 'simple' when you’re living true to yourself."
Episode references:
Louise Hay quote source (You Can Heal Your Life): https://www.amazon.com/You-Can-Heal-Your-Life/dp/0937611018
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Episode 3572:
Chalene Johnson shares actionable strategies to break free from self-doubt and build lasting self-confidence by rewiring your internal dialogue and setting clear personal boundaries. Through relatable stories and simple mindset shifts, she empowers listeners to reclaim control over their self-perception and stop seeking external validation.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.chalenejohnson.com/eliminate-self-doubt-and-boost-confidence-with-these-simple-tips/
Quotes to ponder:
"Confidence is not something you’re born with, it’s something you build."
"When we don’t create boundaries, we invite people to take advantage of our time and energy."
"You’ve got to stop looking for confidence externally and start creating it internally."
Episode references:
The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins: https://www.amazon.com/5-Second-Rule-Transform-Confidence-Everyday/dp/1682612384
The Confidence Code: https://www.amazon.com/Confidence-Code-Science-Self-Assurance-What-Should/dp/0062230638
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Episode 3571:
Joshua Fields Millburn shares a deeply personal journey of loss, self-discovery, and radical transformation, sparked by one simple tweet. As grief dismantled his old life, he found purpose and freedom through minimalism, proving how a single moment can reshape everything and lead to a more intentional, meaningful path.
Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.theminimalists.com/tweet
Quotes to ponder:
"A month after she passed, my marriage ended abruptly, and I didn’t know which way was up anymore."
"When I heard him talk about his newfound freedom, how minimalism allowed him to focus on the most important things in his life, I immediately said, 'I’m in.'"
"Most important, Ryan and I have been able to contribute beyond ourselves: minimalism has allowed us to shed the excess so we can live intentionally and contribute to others in a meaningful way."
Episode references:
Asymmetrical Press: https://www.asymmetrical.co
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Episode 3570:
Eric Teplitz offers a heartfelt guide to the practice of lovingkindness, or metta meditation, encouraging us to cultivate compassion not just for others but for ourselves. By incorporating simple, sincere wishes for well-being into both formal and informal moments of daily life, we can foster greater peace, connection, and empathy, even amidst life’s chaos.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://inspiredlivingblog.wordpress.com/2015/08/08/my-wish-for-you/
Quotes to ponder:
"May you be and feel: fully supported, and deeply loved, valued, cherished, and cared for."
"It just has to occur to you to do it."
"Starting your day with a practice like this can set the tone for your day, before you get caught up in the relentless pull of things to do."
Episode references:
Guided Meditation: Six Essential Practices to Cultivate Love, Awareness, and Wisdom: https://www.soundstrue.com/products/guided-meditation
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Episode 3569:
Marc Chernoff offers 11 thoughtful suggestions for spending money in ways that genuinely improve your life, from nurturing relationships and investing in your health to upgrading daily-use items and paying down debt. Rather than defaulting to saving or splurging, he encourages mindful spending that supports long-term well-being, purpose, and personal growth.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.marcandangel.com/2008/02/20/11-practical-ways-to-spend-your-money/
Quotes to ponder:
"There may be no better way to spend your money than to use it to nurture and rekindle personal relationships with the most significant people in your life."
"Your health is your life. Without it, all the success and affluence in the world is meaningless."
"There is nothing wrong with splurging on a practical item that you actually use on a regular basis."
Episode references:
Somatic Therapy: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapy-types/somatic-therapy
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