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Hey everyone! I have a quick productivity tip to share this week, and it has made a significant difference in my daily life. You see, during my day job as a doctor, there are moments when I catch my mind wandering. This tends to happen when my active participation isn't necessary, such as during meetings. While I'd love to pop in my AirPods and catch up on my favorite Netflix show, you can probably imagine why this might not be feasible at work.
So, to keep myself engaged during these periods, I've found a handy solution – I log into Instapaper on my work/personal laptop. This way, I appear professional and as though I'm fully engaged in my tasks (I promise, sometimes that's the case 😉), while also enjoying something I find both enjoyable and somewhat productive.
In case you're not familiar with it, Instapaper (not sponsored) is an app available on desktop, tablet, or phone, which allows you to save articles from the internet that you find interesting for later reading. This tool was an absolute game-changer, especially during my time in med school. It has enabled me to explore hundreds of fascinating and enjoyable articles while keeping my mind active and engaged.
Of course, this tip isn't limited to work situations. If you ever seek an alternative to scrolling through Instagram or TikTok (which can arguably be less beneficial for your mind) during moments of downtime, consider this as a worthwhile option.
See you next week!
Kenji.
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👍🏾 Things I’ve enjoyed this week
📝 What do you want? (article) - This was one of the best articles I’ve read this year, which delves into how to find out what you want to do in life as an adult.
📸 Dazz Cam (app) - This is an awesome app that makes your photo look more retro/classic style. Great alternative to make your holiday photos look different!
🧥 Uniqlo Gilet & ½ zip (clothing) - Uniqlo have changed their stock to their autumn style, and I'm loving these few things I recently picked up. Great for the recent chilly change to the weather in the UK.
📱 Swipewipe (app) - App that allows you to quickly and easily delete through your iPhone camera roll by swiping left or right.
📺 Beckham (Netflix Show) - Always been a fan off Beckham and I’m excited to binge this series on his life this weekend.
📹 The latest video in case you missed it:
📚 Highlight of the week
“Do not be too timid and squeamish about your actions. All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better. What if they are a little coarse, and you may get your coat soiled or torn? What if you do fail, and get fairly rolled in the dirt once or twice. Up again, you shall never be so afraid of a tumble.”
There is nothing wrong with talking with other people about your decisions. It can be very helpful, especially if you’re receiving counsel. Just don’t expect other people to give you clarity. There is no substitute for doing your own thinking. And when making a big change like giving up your corporate gig to write poetry in the woods, you’re the only one who knows if that’s a decision you can live with. Learn to trust yourself.
With a work-centric existence, we don’t just give our best hours to our jobs, but our best energy, too. It’s no wonder that when we get home—or switch from the work laptop to the personal laptop—we often can do little more than turn on Netflix. Nothing against Netflix, but finding meaning outside of work requires active forms of leisure. It requires us to do things. And in the words of Esther Perel, too many of us bring the best of ourselves to work and bring the leftovers home.
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