• Ep. 173 - AI and the Human Sweet Spot: Where to Save Time—And Where Not To
    Aug 22 2025

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    AI and technology can supercharge our productivity and open doors we never imagined—but they can’t replace curiosity, creativity, or the irreplaceable spark of being human. In this episode, we explore how to use tech as a tool rather than a crutch, why it’s vital to keep thinking for ourselves, and how real-life experiences give our ideas depth and meaning that no algorithm can replicate. Because the best ideas still come from real moments, real conversations, and a real human brain at work.

    Show Notes:

    Episode 161 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1939447/episodes/17249879-ep-161-outsource-the-overwhelm-an-ai-shortcut-to-fewer-things-better.mp3?download=true

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    8 mins
  • Ep. 172 - The Hidden Cost of Holding On: The Less We Own, the More We Have
    Aug 15 2025

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    What if our overflowing closets, packed garages, and cluttered desktops are quietly costing us more than we realize? In this episode, we explore how “owning it all” can actually drain our energy, scatter our focus, and weigh us down emotionally — and why clearing space can feel like a deep breath for your brain. Discover why letting go is so hard (hint: it’s not just laziness), how to work with your brain instead of against it, and simple ways to start small, without stripping your life bare. Find out why your brain struggles in cluttered environments and simple ways to lighten both your shelves and your mind.

    Show Notes:

    Episode 158 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1939447/episodes/17117703-ep-158-the-brain-power-of-procrastination.mp3?download=true

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    9 mins
  • Ep. 171 - The Kindest Words Never Said: Showing Up When It Matters
    Aug 8 2025

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    Some words are too important to keep to ourselves—yet we often do. We assume people already know how we feel. We wait for “the right moment” that never comes. Or we shy away because vulnerability feels risky. In this episode, we talk about why it’s worth pushing past the discomfort, how speaking up can lighten our load, and the surprising freedom that comes when we finally give those words a voice.


    Show Notes:

    Episode 18: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1939447/episodes/11045773-ep-18-seven-words-that-can-change-your-life.mp3?download=true

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    12 mins
  • Ep. 170 - Summer Series | How Your Brain Finds Magic in the Moments
    Aug 1 2025

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    Our brains are wired to prioritize what's urgent — deadlines, alerts, the next thing on the list. But are we so busy keeping up with our schedules that we miss the moments that actually make life feel full? This episode is about savoring the meaningful moments that can literally change the way our brain filters the world. And in doing so, we can reconnect with a deeper sense of purpose and presence.

    Show Notes:

    Episode 26:
    https://fewerthingsbetter.buzzsprout.com/1939447/episodes/11414561-ep-26-the-science-psychology-math-of-coincidence-bias

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    7 mins
  • Ep. 169 - Summer Series: Too Much of a Good Thing: The Psychology of Stuff
    Jul 25 2025

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    In this episode, we’re digging into the connection between physical clutter and mental overload, and how over-choice can leave us feeling stuck and stressed. We explore how simplifying your space can help your brain breathe, and why sometimes letting go is the best way to feel more in control. We'll look at a few simple, doable ways to start decluttering—your space and your brain—so you can create more room to think, breathe, and just be.

    Show Notes:

    Episode 31-

    https://www.buzzsprout.com/1939447/episodes/11672331-ep-31-the-case-for-space-less-stuff-happy-brain.mp3?download=true

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    9 mins
  • Ep. 168 - Summer Series: The Brain Drain Hiding in Plain Sight
    Jul 18 2025

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    We’re all chasing productivity—checking boxes, staying busy, getting things done. But what if the very thing we’re using to stay “on top of it all” is actually what’s draining us? This episode highlights one powerful way to reclaim your focus: by paying attention to what’s stealing it. Spoiler alert—it might be buzzing in your pocket right now. Our phones are designed to pull us in and keep us there, but when we start noticing how often and why we reach for them, we can take back control. Unplug a little to refocus a lot.

    Show Notes:

    Angela Duckworth Graduation Speech

    https://singjupost.com/transcript-of-angela-duckworth-push-those-cell-phones-away/

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    9 mins
  • Ep. 167 - Summer Series: The Lemonade Lesson in Personal Brand
    Jul 11 2025

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    How often do we downplay what we need or what we're offering? When we’re vague, quiet, or overly humble, we leave people guessing. A recent trip to a lemonade stand highlights the connection between how we all can benefit from a little clarity, a little visibility, and some storytelling to set us apart.

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    7 mins
  • Ep. 166 - Productivity Power: Give Your Brain a Buddy
    Jul 3 2025

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    Some days, the hardest part of doing is just getting started. That's where body doubling comes in. In this episode, we talk about how partnering with others (even if they don’t know they’re helping) can quietly boost our focus, energy, and follow-through. Because sometimes the best productivity hack… is just not being alone with your to-do list.

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    8 mins