The real reason I quit caffeine
Two months before becoming a dad, I quit caffeine for a month. I was not prepared for what happened.
Remember: Burnout and cynicism go hand-in-hand
In addition to exhaustion and reduced productivity, cynicism is a core attribute of burnout. Keep this in mind as you consume information and process…
Podcast: Stress relief strategies that actually work
Some strategies for stress relief that actually work
The best subscription service costs $25 a month
Try replacing online news with a subscription to the local paper. This is a way of buying back your time, attention, energy, and mental…
All you need are three breaths
Before switching between tasks, take three deep breaths. It’s a super simple way to reset your focus and set a quick intention for what…
How to take a coffee nap
To take a coffee nap: drink a cup of coffee and then immediately nap for 20-25 minutes (depending on how quickly you fall asleep).…
How to reset your caffeine tolerance
When you consume caffeine habitually, you'll need to consume more and more to experience the same energy boost. This makes occasionally resetting your caffeine…
The Key to Relaxation
When we have a bit of time to relax, we tend to spend time on activities that provide us with a quick dopamine hit.…
Can drinking alcohol make you more productive (or creative)?
Drinking alcohol can drain your energy the next day and leads to many negative health effects, but it can also lead you to loosen…
Some ways to get (even more) energy out of caffeine
For the greatest performance benefits, drink caffeine strategically, instead of habitually. Estimated Reading Time:2 minutes, 50s. Podcast Length24 minutes, 35s (link to play podcast…