3823: [Part 1] Mental Clutter: 13 Ways to Reduce and Better Manage It by Melissa of Simple Lion Heart Life
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Episode 3823:
Melissa from Simple Lionheart Life breaks down the hidden burden of mental clutter, the swirling thoughts, to-dos, and emotions that drain our focus and peace of mind. Learn how simple tools like brain dumps, routines, and clutter-free workspaces can help you feel calmer, more productive, and in control of your day.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://simplelionheartlife.com/mental-clutter/
Quotes to ponder:
"Clutter is found in so many shapes and sizes. We can find it on our kitchen tables, under our beds, in our cars and in our heads."
"The thoughts, ideas, to-do lists, things to remember, emotions, etc. adding to your mental load and making you feel like it’s just too much!"
"Create routines, rhythms, habits and systems for anything you do that needs to get done regularly."
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3822: Creating Check Points for Living Well by Anthony Ongaro of Break The Twitch on Wellness Milestones
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Episode 3822:
Anthony Ongaro shares a practical method for achieving meaningful progress by creating "checkpoints," small, intentional markers that help break down larger goals into manageable milestones. This approach encourages consistency, reduces overwhelm, and builds confidence by celebrating progress along the way.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.breakthetwitch.com/creating-check-points/
Quotes to ponder:
"Creating checkpoints is a way to slow down and acknowledge the progress we’ve made, rather than constantly focusing on what’s next."
"Without clear markers, it’s easy to feel like we’re spinning our wheels even when we’re moving forward."
"A checkpoint doesn’t have to be a completed goal, it’s simply a moment where we intentionally take stock of where we are."
Episode references:
Atomic Habits: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
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3821: How to Get Better Feedback at Work by Karl Staib of Dig to Fly on Professional Development
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Episode 3821:
Karl Staib highlights the power of asking better questions to get more constructive and meaningful feedback, both from others and from ourselves. By shifting from self-criticism to curiosity, he shows how thoughtful reflection and simple conversations can deepen relationships, increase happiness, and fuel personal growth.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://digtofly.com/how-to-get-better-feedback-at-work/
Quotes to ponder:
"Sometimes the feedback can be painful, but it's better to get it out in the open instead of hiding from it."
"My inner critic is always giving me feedback, but I realized that I was asking the wrong type of questions."
"Good questions are the key to better feedback."
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3820: Avoiding a Stressful Holiday Season by Lisa Avellan with No Sidebar on Self-Care during Holidays
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Episode 3820:
Lisa Avellan reimagines the holiday season by encouraging simplicity, presence, and emotional clarity over pressure-filled traditions. Her heartfelt reflections offer a path to reclaim peace and meaning by releasing unrealistic expectations and embracing what truly matters.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/stressful-holiday-season/
Quotes to ponder:
"Permission is powerful, and sometimes we have to give it to ourselves."
"Simplifying the holidays didn’t mean canceling them, it meant redefining them."
"We can’t do it all. But we can do what matters most."
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3819: Falling into Minimalism: How I Became an Accidental Minimalist by Farnoosh Brock with Becoming Minimalist
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Episode 3819:
Farnoosh Brock recounts the unexpected journey that led her from overwhelm to clarity as she stumbled into minimalism during a chaotic garage clean-up. Her story reveals how letting go of excess physical clutter can uncover deeper emotional truths, and open the door to a more intentional, fulfilling life.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/falling-into-minimalism/
Quotes to ponder:
"Minimalism is the intentional promotion of the things we most value and the removal of anything that distracts us from them."
"The more stuff I accumulated, the more my stuff seemed to own me."
"Minimalism isn’t about removing things you love. It’s about removing the things that distract you from the things you love."
Episode references:
The Power of Less: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Less-Leo-Babauta/dp/1401309704
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