Some of us use backpacks as an efficient way to carry a number of objects in a manner that distributes weight without unduly stressing your arms and shoulders. Obviously, even a backpack can be uncomfortable if too much weight is packed into it. Unless you are doing rucking as a form of exercise where you…
We all have experienced it. There comes a time when there is a break of several days in our schedule – either because of vacation, illness, a family emergency, a conference, or an intense project at work. Whatever it is, it has the effect of derailing us from our normal routine. During that time, even…
There was a time when I used to pride myself in how little sleep I needed. I would brag that: (1) I didn’t need as much sleep as other people because I knew how to sleep fast; (2) Not needing much sleep enabled me to not miss as much of life as someone who required…
Regardless of where you went to school, and whether you liked it or not, there is a high probability that you share some experiences with most other adults – such as the memory of being told to stay within the lines when you draw, and the fact that there was a right and wrong way…
One of the best ways to be productive is to have structure in your life. Productive people generally have schedules with non-negotiable times to accomplish certain tasks. They may attack their most undesirable tasks early so that they are out of the way; they have certain times for checking emails rather than being distracted by…
The Harvard Study of Adult Development is 85 years old. It is probably the longest study of human development in history. During the few decades that I’ve been following its updates, the study consistently leads to the conclusion that there is one factor that leads to greater happiness, health, and longevity. That factor is the…
Some people say that they hate to exercise, and then they go out and prove it by leading a sedentary and unhealthy lifestyle. But I’m always intrigued by others who claim to hate exercising, but comfortably spend hours doing housework, yard maintenance and gardening, taking walks to shop or spend time with friends in the…
Many decades ago, I wrote my doctoral dissertation on decision-making. I even developed a decision-making test and had it copyrighted, although I never did much with it afterward. In fact, some of the knowledge that I gained from the process didn’t stick with me too long either, because I still find myself being indecisive more…
Oftentimes, the hardest thing about a task is the process of getting yourself started. Many great potential achievements and opportunities have been left on the drawing boards and in the minds of people who didn’t have the drive to get started. They may have been too self-critical or perfectionistic or passive, or they may have…
Summer has unofficially begun in the Northern Hemisphere. It is typically a time for many people to go away on vacation. After several years of Covid-related lockdowns, it is an especially appealing idea this year. Although it’s a terrific idea and should definitely be encouraged, I would like to also make a pitch for exploring…
I consider myself to be a pretty motivated and productive guy. Although I’m in control of much of my schedule, a typical day consists of work, physical activity such as walking and exercising, and spending quality time with my wife and often with family, neighbors, and other friends. I know that I’m not too unique…