No: Growth Idea #584
Many times we hear that we need to practice saying “Yes” to requests or ideas instead of “No”. However, we also need to learn to say No to bad ideas and requests so we have time and capacity for the best things. That can be hard. ‘If you’d like to get better at saying no,…
Attention: Idea #317
Arguably the most important skill is controlling your attention. This goes beyond merely avoiding distractions. The deeper skill is finding the highest and best use for your time, given what is important to you. More than anything else, controlling your attention is about being able to figure out what you should be working on and…
Attention: Idea #166
How do you manage your attention, and towards what is it directed? ‘One of the most critical skills in life – and yet never taught in school – is choosing where to direct your attention. After graduation, the valedictorian will often get lapped by “average” people who better invest their time.’ (J.Clear) The area or…
