Saturday, January 04, 2020

Who knew life was this easy?

When I click on my browser's icon, the home page sometimes shows articles "Recommended by Pocket." The titles and descriptions of these articles make it seem so easy to solve hard problems. They seem to good to be true. If they were true, it seems like people would all be deliriously happy.

Here is a sample:


"This Ancient Habit Will Maximize Your Focus"
    -Our thoughts are often so cluttered by worry and fear that we lose focus, having  a mantra can help you get it back.


"This is How to Actually Work Smarter, Not Harder"
    -Eight unexpected (and counterintuitive)  ways to squeeze more out of your workday.


"3 Ridiculously Simple Steps to Boost Your Team's Productivity
    -Get actionable tips and tricks to ease the work challenges your team faces every day.


"How to Pick the Right Dog"
    -Beyond just the breed, this is about the individual.


"How to Have Difficult Conversations When You Don’t Like Conflict"
    -An executive leadership coach shares some tips on how to approach potential conflicts


"What to Do When You Feel Like You Don’t Fit In at Work"
    -Culture fit isn’t just a fluffy goal. Having friends at work is important for your productivity and happiness.



"How to Be More Productive Without Putting in Extra Hours"
    -Small changes. Big results.


"The Emotionally Intelligent Way to Resolve Disagreements Faster"
    -Unpacking the counterintuitive psychology behind conflict resolution.


"How to Stay Informed Without Losing Your Mind"
     -Online news can feel like an ocean of information. Here’s how to navigate your way through.


"The Real Trick to Staying Young Forever"
    -As more people live longer, the case for intergenerational relationships is getting stronger


"What To Do When You’re Feeling Lost"
    -It may seem daunting, but a period of  disorder from time to time can be a beneficial break from stress.


"When You Don’t Know What to Do, Make Tea"
    -Don’t worry, the answers will come to you.

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