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How to Retain AND Apply What You Read
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Welcome to The Smarter Brain, a curation of thought-provoking ideas and actionable reads to help you build better habits and become more productive. Happy reading - See you on Wednesday! Cheers, Estimated Reading Time: 2 mins 3 Ideas For Better Habits The Parallels of Pain and Connection Neuroscientist, Matthew D. Lieberman, on social bonds. "We intuitively believe social and physical pain are radically different kinds of experiences, yet the way our brains treat them suggests that they are more similar than we imagine." Source: Social: Why Our Brains Are Wired to Connect Biographer, Ashlee Vance, on Elon Musk’s spirit of innovation. "If the rules are such that you can’t make progress, then you have to fight the rules." Source: Elon Musk: Inventing the Future ADHD advocate, Jessica McCabe, on unique ways to unwind. "Many people with ADHD feel like they’re ‘bad at relaxing’ because while they’re TRYING to relax, they end up doing something else. What I have learned is that, for us, taking a break from self-regulating IS a break. Sometimes, letting your brain do what it wants—even if that’s starting a new project—is more restful than asking it to focus on a relaxing activity." Source: How to ADHD: An Insider's Guide to Working with Your Brain Productivity Tools and Resources Retain and Apply What You Read This article teaches readers how to master reading and retain the information. It touches on ideas such as quitting books, levels of reading, how to choose the right books, and how to take notes. Personalize Your Travel Plans Explore hidden gems and local stories based on your interests with Tailbox. Connect with nearby adventurers and get instant recommendations from your AI Concierge. What We're Reading Flavours of the Week puts an end to boring dinners and spices things up with new hand-picked recipes dropped right into your inbox each week. Save time and escape food boredom with straightforward, vibrant meals that'll get you excited for the week ahead. Brain Food Today I Learned: The Japanese word 'Kuchi zamishi' is the act of eating when you're not hungry because your mouth is lonely. (Source) Science: Violinists, surgeons and gamers can benefit from physical exercise both before and after practicing their new skills. The same holds true for anyone seeking to improve their fine motor skills. (Source) CLASSIFIEDS Find New Startup Ideas in Your Inbox Half Baked is the world's #1 Business Idea Newsletter. They send two startup business ideas delivered fresh 3 times per week. Unlock the Power of Productivity, Motivation, Mental Health, and More! Discover top-notch tools, resources, and mindset hacks for a more fulfilling life. Let The House of Routine cut through the online clutter, delivering weekly insights to elevate your personal and professional journey. 8AM: Your Daily Intellectual Stimulant Fuel your mornings with 8AM. Each article is a carefully chosen piece, designed to provoke thought and spark creativity in your daily life. Straight to your inbox at 8AM daily -- wherever you are in the world. Elevate Your Morning Routine with 8AM (Everything in the section above is an ad, book yours here) Partner with The Smarter Brain and reach 12,000 professionals' inboxes. Contact us to learn more. If you enjoy The Smarter Brain, we would really appreciate you spreading the word by sharing the sign up link to a colleague or friend. Thank you! Collaborate with The Smarter Brain Do the Survey | Contact | Advertise |
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The Smarter Brain is a newsletter that helps you cut through the noise on the web and save valuable time, so you can can focus on getting things done. Delivered twice a week, you’ll get bite-sized ideas and recommended tools to build better habits, improve your productivity and get smarter in less than 3 minutes.
Welcome to The Smarter Brain, a curation of thought-provoking ideas and actionable reads to help you build better habits and become more productive. Happy reading - See you on Sunday! Cheers, The Smarter Brain Team Estimated Reading Time: 2 mins 3 Ideas For Better Habits Action vs. Inaction: A Psychological Dilemma American journalist and author, Joseph T. Hallinan, on the bias towards action. "As a general principle, people feel more responsible for their actions than they do for their...
Welcome to The Smarter Brain, a curation of thought-provoking ideas and actionable reads to help you build better habits and become more productive. Happy reading - See you on Sunday! Cheers, The Smarter Brain Team Estimated Reading Time: 2 mins 3 Ideas For Better Habits The Double-Edged Sword of Intelligence Neuroplasticity pioneer, Norman Doidge, on the nature of worry. "All of us have worries. We worry because we are intelligent beings. Intelligence predicts, that is its essence; the same...
Welcome to The Smarter Brain, a curation of thought-provoking ideas and actionable reads to help you build better habits and become more productive. Happy reading - See you on Sunday! Cheers, The Smarter Brain Team Estimated Reading Time: 2 mins 3 Ideas For Better Habits The Weight of Unmade Decisions Comedian and author, Trevor Noah, on the impact of regret. "I don’t regret anything I’ve ever done in life, any choice that I’ve made. But I’m consumed with regret for the things I didn’t do,...