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Do this when you’re struggling to get into a creative flow

Jun 21, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One quick evening practice to change your narrative

Jun 20, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One mental trick to help you break a bad habit

Jun 19, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

Make this tiny tweak in your language to get a more powerful response

Jun 18, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One brilliant way to beat imposter syndrome

Jun 17, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One way to make instant traction on the goal that’s in your head

Jun 16, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One simple trick to help your conversations flow better

Jun 15, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

The easiest way to say ‘no’ to something you don’t want to do

Jun 14, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

Do this tiny thing when you’re overwhelmed by your messy house

Jun 13, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One simple way to end your day triumphantly

Jun 12, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One way to add bursts of joy to your calendar

Jun 11, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One weird trick to help you think through a problem

Jun 10, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

Do this the next time you say something nice about someone

Jun 9, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

Use these three words when dealing with conflict

Jun 8, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

Do this to quiet your overstimulated brain

Jun 7, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One question to ask yourself for a more rewarding day

Jun 6, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

Do this to your phone’s lock screen for a calmer day

Jun 5, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One simple strategy for finishing that thing you started

Jun 4, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

Try this thought exercise for an instant dose of compassion

Jun 3, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One way to make your day 10% better while WFH

Jun 2, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

Do this to give your day major momentum

Jun 1, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

Do this the next time you introduce someone

May 31, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One weird trick for instantly connecting with someone

May 30, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

An unexpected question to ask a friend who’s struggling

May 29, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

Use this productivity strategy on days you’re really not feeling it

May 28, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

Do this to boost the joy in your evenings

May 27, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One simple way to stay motivated this week

May 26, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

A clever trick for giving better advice

May 25, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One simple way make your emails more impactful

May 24, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

Do this to instantly switch into a more relaxed state

May 23, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

A mental trick to quickly turn a bad day around

May 22, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

Do this before your vaccine (you’ll thank yourself later)

May 21, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One way to instantly make your week more meaningful

May 20, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

A scheduling tip to focus your scattered brain

May 19, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

A trick for easing Zoom anxiety

May 18, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

One weird trick to feel less tired

May 17, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The absolute easiest way to change your mood

May 16, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A clever way to silence your self-doubt

May 15, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One way to feel tranquil this weekend

May 14, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this to kickstart your reentry

May 13, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to renew your interest in anything

May 12, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The ultimate spring-cleaning trick

May 11, 2021

👕 Today’s tip: Use this system to streamline your closet.

A simple strategy to help you make a big change

May 10, 2021

📆 Today’s tip: To make any transition, set a deadline and work backwards.

One question to ask for a better day

May 8, 2021

🤔 Today’s tip: Ask yourself, “How am I feeling today?”

The best strategy to get over a mental hurdle

May 7, 2021

💬 Today’s tip: When you’re feeling stuck, talk through the problem out loud.

A fun way to feel more energetic this week

May 6, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this to get closer to the job you really want

May 5, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One sentence to help define your purpose

May 4, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A trick to make time for everything

May 3, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One easy way to feel less lonely

May 2, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One (fun) way to practice being a better human

May 1, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to get your life together

Apr 30, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this to avoid decision fatigue

Apr 29, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A satisfying way to cut down on screen time

Apr 28, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to clarify your focus

Apr 27, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One way to make the work week feel shorter

Apr 26, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to find a sense of tranquility

Apr 25, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One quick way to boost your mood

Apr 24, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One overlooked way to improve your writing

Apr 23, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The best way to support a cause you care about today

Apr 22, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this for a dose of “Before Times” normalcy

Apr 21, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One mindset change to instantly improve your workday

Apr 20, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One way to feel immediately better

Apr 19, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One easy way to live more green

Apr 18, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The most life-affirming break you can take

Apr 17, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

How to make a simple moment extraordinary

Apr 16, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One way to beat envy

Apr 15, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to help maximize your energy

Apr 14, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

How to harness the power of boredom

Apr 13, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A surprising way to kickstart your work week

Apr 12, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

An easy way to find joy in the mundane

Apr 11, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The best way to watch TV now

Apr 10, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to ask if you want more fun in your life

Apr 9, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One way to feel joy today

Apr 8, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One unexpected way to get to know yourself

Apr 7, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A foolproof conversation starter

Apr 6, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A trick to make yourself feel more energized

Apr 5, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A must-read for a dose of perspective

Apr 4, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A simple move to ease your WFH aches and pains

Apr 3, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One delicious way to stay motivated

Apr 2, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Put hope on your to-do list

Apr 1, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

An instant burst of midday energy (that’s not caffeine)

Mar 31, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to help you beat imposter syndrome

Mar 30, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

How to avoid feeling rushed

Mar 29, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One way to apologize better

Mar 28, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A small creative project to brighten your weekend

Mar 27, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this now to make the next few months a little easier

Mar 26, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

An inexpensive way to buy happiness

Mar 25, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One easy way to keep email from eating your day 😬

Mar 24, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A simple way to turn half-baked ideas into solid plans

Mar 23, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One trick to combat burnout

Mar 22, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

An energizing way to connect with someone you miss

Mar 21, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One way to quiet your mind

Mar 20, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Put this on your calendar when you feel terrible

Mar 19, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

5 simple (but impactful) ways to be a stronger ally

Mar 18, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Go ahead, make someone’s day 💐

Mar 17, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The key to a restorative mental health day

Mar 16, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

This simple exercise will make you feel amazing

Mar 15, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to help you process the past year

Mar 14, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The best way to have an actually fun weekend

Mar 13, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this tonight to separate work and home life

Mar 12, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The most meaningful way to celebrate Women’s History Month

Mar 11, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Bonus tip: A conversation you won’t want to miss

Mar 10, 2021

Talking power and leadership with the co-founder of #BLM

Do this to prepare for reentry into normal life

Mar 10, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to clear up your work schedule

Mar 9, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

An unexpected tweak to help you feel more productive

Mar 8, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A path toward conquering pandemic burnout

Mar 7, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One small gesture to bring you instant hope

Mar 6, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A question to clarify your life’s purpose

Mar 5, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A 4-minute trick for when you’re losing it

Mar 4, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Put down your self-help books 📚

Mar 3, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A surprising way to focus in your millionth Zoom

Mar 2, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

This mental trick makes every task way more doable

Mar 1, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Use this check-in to make your relationship more equal

Feb 28, 2021

Today’s daily dose of wisdom.

One question to kick off a great conversation

Feb 27, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Take next Wednesday off

Feb 26, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A simple way to zhuzh up your next meal

Feb 25, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Why your Netflix queue belongs on your to-do list 📺

Feb 24, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A vital tip to protect your family from Covid-19

Feb 23, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The best strategy for beating procrastination

Feb 22, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

How to feel less lonely

Feb 21, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to help you feel more content

Feb 20, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A two-second hack to combat smartphone stress

Feb 19, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A better way to share responsibilities with your partner

Feb 18, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Recreate pre-pandemic vibes at home 🎧

Feb 17, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One life-changing system for taming your inbox

Feb 16, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The easiest way to feel good about your job

Feb 15, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do Valentine’s Day your way (with or without a date)

Feb 14, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A hopeful reminder for this stage of the pandemic

Feb 13, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A game-changing fix for your gross keyboard crumbs

Feb 12, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A bookish project to kick off during Black History Month

Feb 11, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One simple rule to transform your relationship

Feb 11, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Instantly liven up your breakfast routine 😋

Feb 10, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

Do this to maximize your groceries

Feb 9, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A question to clarify your role at work

Feb 8, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A 10 minute trick to feel like you worked out

Feb 7, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Add a treat to your media diet

Feb 6, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The question to ask yourself when you’re struggling

Feb 5, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

This 5-minute schedule change does wonders for stress

Feb 4, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

An instant escape 🌊

Feb 3, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Capture the joy of a snow day

Feb 2, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

This question can immediately make you more productive

Feb 1, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A crucial, simple act to protect yourself from Covid-19

Jan 31, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The ultimate money-saving list

Jan 30, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The easiest way to make dinner exciting

Jan 29, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Where has this browser hack been all our lives?

Jan 28, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Go on, have a little treat

Jan 27, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A mindset shift to streamline your calendar

Jan 26, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One way to read more in 2021

Jan 25, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One switch for more relaxed mornings

Jan 24, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A cure for your emotional exhaustion

Jan 23, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this now for an easier week ahead

Jan 22, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Happy New Year, for real

Jan 21, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Keep this in mind when you need to recharge

Jan 20, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to get hours back in your day

Jan 19, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A mindset shift to be a better ally

Jan 18, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One way to instantly feel less anxious

Jan 17, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to improve your money habits

Jan 16, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A 5-minute routine to melt your stress

Jan 15, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to stop a worry spiral

Jan 14, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

An exercise to feel calmer right now

Jan 13, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

An experiment to drastically shrink your workday

Jan 12, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Make this schedule tweak to recharge your brain

Jan 11, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question for a happier new year

Jan 10, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A decorating trick for a better morning

Jan 9, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this tonight to fall asleep faster

Jan 8, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A vital reminder in a scary news cycle

Jan 7, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One quick step for a happier day

Jan 6, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The ultimate self-improvement list

Jan 5, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One simple rule to improve your focus

Jan 4, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Make time for these 5 essential minutes

Jan 3, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One step to make a habit stick

Jan 2, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A therapist’s advice for your New Year’s resolution

Jan 1, 2021

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

How to slow down in 2021

Dec 31, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

An activity to make the most of a day off

Dec 30, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A good deed that takes just 60 seconds

Dec 29, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The key to a good day outside

Dec 28, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A quick hack for instant coziness

Dec 27, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One rule to set for your outdoor gatherings

Dec 26, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The crucial ingredient for a successful holiday Zoom

Dec 23, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this now for a more enjoyable holiday

Dec 22, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A counterintuitive strategy for resolving family conflict

Dec 21, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A strategy to be more comfortable in the cold

Dec 20, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One tip to ease your decision fatigue

Dec 19, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One thing to do before signing off for the holiday

Dec 18, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

An easy way to vet your pandemic news

Dec 17, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A recipe for a more rejuvenating work break

Dec 16, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Make this schedule tweak for a more productive day

Dec 15, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The best time to reply to an email

Dec 14, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Add this to your wintertime morning routine

Dec 13, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One tip to make holiday shopping easier

Dec 12, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A happiness booster for pandemic times

Dec 11, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The quickest path to a better night’s sleep

Dec 10, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A mindset shift for sticking to a new habit

Dec 9, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to take the pressure off the holidays

Dec 8, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One rule for when you’re feeling stuck

Dec 7, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A shortcut to a better mood

Dec 6, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One simple rule to make your day less stressful

Dec 5, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The quickest way to feel cozy this weekend

Dec 4, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to help you prioritize

Dec 3, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Lunchtime is about to get so much better

Dec 2, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

An easy way to stay active in quarantine

Dec 1, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Make this the first step in planning your week

Nov 30, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The easiest way to declutter your brain

Nov 29, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A better alternative to “How are you?”

Nov 28, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A better way to do a video call

Nov 27, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A comforting thought amid the holiday prep stress

Nov 26, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A comforting thought amid the holiday prep stress

Nov 26, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One thing you don’t have to do this week

Nov 25, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One thing you’ll want to add to your calendar today

Nov 24, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

How to get the most out of family Zoom time

Nov 23, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Our best piece of advice for the week ahead

Nov 22, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One way to pull yourself out of a worry spiral

Nov 21, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A time-management guru’s tip for the holiday week

Nov 20, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

An easy way to make mask-wearing more comfortable

Nov 19, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A foolproof way to beat distraction

Nov 18, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A scheduling trick to help you relax

Nov 17, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A small tweak for kinder emails

Nov 16, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A weekend activity to lift your spirits

Nov 15, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this before your next Zoom call with friends

Nov 14, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A tech tip to lighten your mental load

Nov 13, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Make this small tweak for a pep talk that works

Nov 12, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The way to clear your background stress

Nov 11, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One way to finally get some much-needed rest

Nov 10, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this to ease the transition into the week

Nov 9, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A way to hold on to those good feelings

Nov 8, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A way to treat yourself tonight

Nov 7, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Try this 20-second reset

Nov 6, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A quick calming technique to try today

Nov 5, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Clear your calendar today

Nov 4, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A quick exercise to calm your nerves

Nov 3, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Add this to your calendar to cut yourself some slack

Nov 2, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A low-lift way to manage election anxiety

Oct 31, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this at the end of every workday

Oct 30, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

How to arrange your workspace for a better day

Oct 29, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this small favor to your future self

Oct 28, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Six minutes to feel more energized

Oct 27, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Use this simple tool to take the sting out of failure

Oct 26, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Send this one email to feel more connected

Oct 25, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

How to read the news without getting sucked in

Oct 24, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this to set yourself up for a better morning

Oct 23, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this today to feel better tomorrow

Oct 22, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A small tweak to feel instantly cozy

Oct 21, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One step to become more comfortable with conflict

Oct 20, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

15 minutes for an easier more productive day

Oct 19, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One question to reclaim your focus

Oct 18, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A low-effort way to keep your friendships strong

Oct 17, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A strategy to cut down on doomscrolling

Oct 16, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A scheduling trick to give your brain a break

Oct 15, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A new way to jumpstart your brain

Oct 14, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

How to stop stretching yourself too thin

Oct 13, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Say this whenever you give someone feedback

Oct 12, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A shortcut to help you write anything

Oct 11, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The trick to becoming a master gift-giver

Oct 10, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The spreadsheet your weekend needs

Oct 9, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A smarter way to handle household tasks

Oct 8, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

🎉 It’s here: Our guide to the ultimate self-improvement tool

Oct 7, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A way to reach peak flow

Oct 4, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A small step to achieve a big goal

Oct 3, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A technique to keep arguments under control

Oct 2, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

How to feel more confident at work today

Oct 1, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A question to ask before committing to anything

Sep 30, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Take this off your to-do list

Sep 29, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A change to make on social media today

Sep 28, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this to make big problems feel more manageable

Sep 27, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

An exercise to clear your anxious mind

Sep 26, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A tool for focusing your energy

Sep 25, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Three breaks to take today

Sep 24, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Feel better in the next five minutes

Sep 23, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A shortcut to prevent stress

Sep 22, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Make someone’s day with two words

Sep 21, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A small tweak to strengthen your relationships

Sep 20, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

One rule for canceling plans

Sep 19, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom

An easy way to recharge today

Sep 18, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A quick way to clarify your work priorities

Sep 17, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this when you put on your headphones

Sep 16, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A trick for writing a strong argument

Sep 15, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The only way to multitask effectively

Sep 14, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A simple cure for jealousy

Sep 13, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A first step toward being more anti-racist

Sep 12, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A Stoic tip for managing stress

Sep 11, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

How to configure your phone so you use it less

Sep 10, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Two questions to clarify any relationship

Sep 9, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Do this to hold on to happy memories

Sep 8, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

How to settle in for the long haul

Sep 7, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A small tweak to become a better leader

Sep 6, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A mindset shift for a stronger relationship

Sep 5, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

How to find happiness in a job you don’t love

Sep 4, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A hack to get more done at work today

Sep 3, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

How to find more joy in your job

Sep 2, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Some good news for introverts

Sep 1, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A first step for everything you write

Aug 31, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A way to hold onto happy memories

Aug 30, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A way to stretch yourself today

Aug 29, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

A better way to manage your energy

Aug 28, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

When pessimism comes in handy

Aug 27, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

Here comes the sun(light)

Aug 26, 2020

Today’s tiny dose of wisdom.

The best time to quit a project

Aug 25, 2020

🔥 Today’s tip: Stop working when you’re in the middle of a hot streak.

When to go low-tech at work

Aug 24, 2020

📝 Today’s tip: Turn your colleagues into notecards.

A way to simplify your life today

Aug 21, 2020

📅 Today’s tip: Instead of a routine, try a practice.

How to do better work by doing less

Aug 20, 2020

✅ Today’s tip: To do your best work, put in 85% effort.

Calm your stress with this quick exercise

Aug 19, 2020

Some conversations are better with rules

Aug 18, 2020

Why you should read old emails

Aug 17, 2020

One word to make people feel seen

Aug 16, 2020

The simplest strategy for dividing up chores

Aug 15, 2020

How to win at small talk

Aug 14, 2020

How to let your body clock guide your day

Aug 13, 2020

The secret to seeming more in control

Aug 12, 2020

🎤 Today’s tip: To sound confident, speak slowly.

A bit of restraint that makes a big difference

Aug 11, 2020

An underrated way to network

Aug 10, 2020

👋 Today’s tip: The “forwardable email” is one of the best networking tools you have.

A mental shift to feel more in charge

Aug 9, 2020

✅ Today’s tip: Replace “should have” in your vocabulary with “next time.”

A cure for professional envy

Aug 8, 2020

💡 Today’s tip: When you see work you’re jealous of, tell the world why you love it.

A solution for creative brainfreeze

Aug 7, 2020

A small step that goes a long way at work

Aug 6, 2020

📨 Today’s tip: Follow every important conversation with an email that sums it up.

A healthier way to breathe

Aug 5, 2020

👃 Today’s tip: Breathing through your nose, not your mouth, is one of the simplest things you can do for your health.

An easy way to decide on dinner tonight

Aug 4, 2020

🍳 Today’s tip: Make dinner easier to pull off by putting it on your calendar.

A new way to know when you’re done with work

Aug 3, 2020

🕔 Today’s tip: To end your workday earlier, focus on tasks, not time.

A new approach for uncomfortable conversations

Aug 2, 2020

✅ Today’s tip: Give people bad news in a direct way. They can handle it.

Say this to a friend today

Aug 1, 2020

💬 Today’s tip: Tell your friends “I love you.”

A thought experiment to find some balance

Jul 31, 2020

✨ Today’s tip: Identify a purpose that has nothing to do with your work.

A small habit to quit at work

Jul 30, 2020

🚫 Today’s tip: Stop saying “we” when you mean “I.”

An ideal time to ask for feedback

Jul 29, 2020

👀 Today’s tip: Ask for feedback on your work before you think it’s ready.

A better alternative to your to-do list

Jul 28, 2020

✅ Today’s tip: Replace your to-do list with a personal task board.

How to respond to an unbelievably long email

Jul 27, 2020

📨 Today’s tip: If you don’t know how to reply to a really long email, just ask a question.

Make the most of your alone time

Jul 26, 2020

📝 Today’s tip: Catalog moments when you’re alone and happy.

A way to find stillness this weekend

Jul 25, 2020

😌 Today’s tip: Meditation can happen anywhere and anytime.

A system to keep track of great ideas

Jul 24, 2020

💡 Today’s tip: Don’t just write down your ideas. Revisit them regularly.

A confidence-boosting desk setup

Jul 23, 2020

⭐ Today’s tip: Create a “Good Shit board” — a visual display of your professional accomplishments.

How to know whether to trust your gut

Jul 22, 2020

✅ Today’s tip: Only trust your intuition in situations you’ve experienced before.

A shortcut to your next “shower epiphany”

Jul 21, 2020

🚿 Today’s tip: Pick a mindless activity to do while brainstorming.

A 2-word subject line to get your email noticed

Jul 20, 2020

👀 Today’s tip: For a successful cold email, put “Thank you” in the subject line.

A new way to challenge your negative thoughts

Jul 19, 2020

✨ Today’s tip: When you’re having negative thoughts, ask yourself, “What would a happy person do?”

A strategy for quicker decision-making

Jul 18, 2020

⏰ Today’s tip: For low-stakes decisions, set yourself a time limit for deliberating. When it’s up, commit.

A way to defuse conflict when you’re mad

Jul 17, 2020

😎 Today’s tip: It’s easier to let something slide if you reply in writing.

A way to get past awkward silences

Jul 16, 2020

⏳ Today’s tip: Count to seven before filling an awkward pause.

A feature that will change your next Zoom meeting

Jul 15, 2020

💻 Today’s tip: It’s much easier to stay focused on your Zoom calls if you use the “hide myself” option.

A word to stop using at work

Jul 14, 2020

✅ Today’s tip: Don’t say “we” when you really mean “you.”

A question to help yourself de-stress

Jul 13, 2020

🤔 Today’s tip: Start each day by asking, “How would I like to be responsible for myself today?”

A throwback trick for socially distant spontaneity

Jul 12, 2020

☎️ Today’s tip: Reintroduce some spontaneity into pandemic life by making an unplanned phone call.

A perspective shift to become more persuasive

Jul 11, 2020

💬 Today’s tip: To change someone’s mind, ask: “If I believed what they believed, what would make me question my belief?”

A rule to create the future life you want

Jul 10, 2020

⛔ Today’s tip: Figure out something to say “no” to.

A way to calculate whether a risk is worth taking

Jul 9, 2020

🎲 Today’s tip: When you’re facing a tough decision, ask yourself: If you took a risk and failed, could you live with that outcome?

A new quarantine date night idea

Jul 8, 2020

🎶 Today’s tip: Shake up your date nights in quarantine by taking in a virtual concert

A truly helpful question to ask today

Jul 7, 2020

❓ Today’s tip: Instead of asking, “How can I help?” ask, “What can I take off your plate?”

A system to prioritize your tasks for the day

Jul 6, 2020

✅ Today’s tip: Divide your to-do list into “maintenance tasks” and “progress tasks.”

A smart way to switch up your routine

Jul 5, 2020

🍽️ Today’s tip: Looking to break up your work-from-home days? Pick a new space in your home to eat.

An easy way to find your next binge-watch

Jul 4, 2020

📝 Today’s tip: Keep a running list of all the shows/books/podcasts your friends recommend to you, organized by recommender.

A much-needed personal audit

Jul 3, 2020

💰 Today’s tip: When you feel out of control, check your bank balances.

A simple way to feel happier

Jul 2, 2020

🤷 Today’s tip: To feel a whole lot happier, acknowledge when things are… just fine.

An important question to ask at work today

Jul 1, 2020

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A better way to handle praise today

Jun 30, 2020

🙏 Today’s tip: When someone gives you a compliment, just thank them. The more you practice, the less awkward it will feel.

A rule to set for your next meeting

Jun 29, 2020

💡 Today’s tip: Keep your 1:1 meetings to 15 minutes.

A two-word trick for better conversations

Jun 28, 2020

💬 Today’s tip: Use “I’m curious” to get people to open up.

A five-minute exercise to make yourself a more effective activist

Jun 27, 2020

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A surprising way to make your weekend even more important

Jun 26, 2020

💡 Today’s tip: Move an hour or two of work from the week to the weekend.

A way to manage all your unanswered emails

Jun 25, 2020

📬 Today’s tip: It’s never too late to respond to an email.

A strategy for sticking to your habits

Jun 24, 2020

⏰ Today’s tip: To build a routine you’ll actually follow, schedule it.

A hidden time-saver

Jun 23, 2020

⌨ ️Today’s tip: Shorten your workday by learning to type faster.

A kinder way to email

Jun 22, 2020

📩 Today’s tip: Batch your emails to save your coworkers (and yourself) a lot of stress.

A ground rule to set before socially distant get-togethers

Jun 21, 2020

⌛ Today’s tip: For every plan you make with friends, agree on a hard stop.

A group chat to start this weekend

Jun 20, 2020

👨‍🍳 Today’s tip: To keep a friendship feeling energized, start a food thread.

A way to make socially distant greetings less awkward

Jun 19, 2020

👋 Today’s tip: To make sure you don’t spontaneously hug your friend when you greet them, plan what you’ll do instead.

A low-effort way to stop procrastinating

Jun 18, 2020

✅ Today’s tip: To pull off something big, pick out the small (like, really, really small) first steps.

A way to set boundaries when you’re overwhelmed

Jun 17, 2020

📱 Today’s tip: Set an auto-responder for texts when you just can’t deal.

An end-of-day habit to snap you out of work mode

Jun 16, 2020

💻 Today’s tip: After work, put your computer on the highest shelf in your home.

A fun way to wake up your brain

Jun 15, 2020

🧠 Today’s tip: Prep your mind for the day ahead with a short, fun mental task first thing in the morning.

A framework for navigating post-quarantine life

Jun 14, 2020

⛅ Today’s tip: When thinking about how to re-enter the world, aim for the least risky decision, instead of the perfect one.

A mental shift to make your writing more powerful

Jun 13, 2020

🖊️ Today’s tip: Write with one specific person in mind.

A calming activity for the weekend

Jun 12, 2020

📖 Today’s tip: Reread a favorite book. You’ll learn something new each time.

A simple way to give your brain some relief

Jun 11, 2020

🗂️ Today’s tip: From time to time, spontaneously clear all tabs.

The easiest way to take care of yourself today

Jun 10, 2020

🚶 Today’s tip: Change your position every 30 minutes throughout the workday. Your body will thank you.

A trick for finding clarity

Jun 9, 2020

🔮 Today’s tip: When a challenge feels overwhelming, create a “success fantasy.”

Put activism on your calendar

Jun 8, 2020

🗓️ Today’s tip: Schedule community action in advance to hold yourself accountable.

Get used to asking “why”

Jun 7, 2020

❓ Today’s tip: Interrogate bias by asking people to explain it.

Lean into your discomfort

Jun 6, 2020

👀 Today’s tip: What you feel awkward about is a clue to where you have work to do.

Look before you leap

Jun 5, 2020

🔍 Today’s tip: Before joining a campaign, vet it.

One way to be truly helpful right now

Jun 4, 2020

🔕 Today’s tip: Do something helpful without announcing it.

A more honest way to use social media

Jun 3, 2020

📱 Today’s tip: Do an audit of your social media follows.

Cut your co-workers, and yourself, some slack

Jun 2, 2020

👥 Today’s tip: Ditch “professionalism” in a time of emotional turmoil.

Reclaim your morning commute

Jun 1, 2020

🚗 Today’s tip: Ease into your mornings by re-creating your commute.

Feel lighter in 60 seconds

May 31, 2020

👿 Today’s tip: Give yourself a minute to complain.

Are you really sorry though?

May 30, 2020

🙏 Today’s tip: Before you apologize to someone, ask yourself why you’re doing it.

Do this tonight for a more joyful tomorrow

May 29, 2020

☀️ Today’s tip: Before you fall asleep, identify one thing you’re excited to do the next morning.

A shorter to-do list is a better to-do list

May 28, 2020

📝 Today’s tip: Cap your to-do list at three things a day.

This is long overdue

May 27, 2020

🎧 Today’s tip: Clean your headphones.

A strategy for more effective emailing

May 26, 2020

👋 Today’s tip: When writing an email, put the request before the pleasantries.

A plan to make the most of a day off

May 25, 2020

🏖️ Today’s tip: Giving yourself an itinerary can make a day off feel like a real vacation — even under lockdown.

A mental shift to help you reclaim your time

May 24, 2020

⌛Today’s tip: Instead of “How much time will this take?” ask yourself, “How much time am I willing to spend?”

A more effective way to send a follow-up

May 23, 2020

🙋‍♀️ Today’s tip: Never send a “just checking in” email that’s only about checking in.

Let go of your “pseudo-self”

May 22, 2020

❗ Today’s tip: Ask yourself, “What would be important to me even if no one noticed?”

A gift to your tomorrow-self

May 21, 2020

📅 Today’s tip: Schedule a daily 15-minute calendar “event” for small tasks.

A better way to Zoom

May 20, 2020

🍳 Today’s tip: Melt away video-call awkwardness by doing an activity.

Go-to advice for a friend who’s struggling

May 19, 2020

👬 Today’s tip: When your friend gives you a piece of wisdom, save it for them.

Say this to make hard conversations less awkward

May 18, 2020

😬 Today’s tip: To broach a tough conversation, state the purpose up front.

An antidote to quarantine boredom

May 17, 2020

🚶 ️Today’s tip: Give yourself a reason to take a very long walk.

Guarantee yourself something to look forward to

May 16, 2020

🗓 Today’s tip: Schedule small joys on your calendar.

Figure out what you can cut

May 15, 2020

✔️ Today’s tip: Ask yourself what you don’t miss right now.

A fix for your fried attention span

May 14, 2020

🤐 Today’s tip: Schedule a silent Zoom meeting to have company while you work.

Donate your free data to help neighbors in need

May 13, 2020

📶 Today’s tip: Share your Wi-Fi to reduce digital inequality.

A quick path to inbox zero

May 12, 2020

📭 Today’s tip: Select all. Mark as read. You are now at inbox zero.

10 minutes in the morning to make your day easier

May 11, 2020

⏰ Today’s tip: Start your day with 10 minutes of personal, non-work maintenance.

A quick exercise to clear your mind

May 10, 2020

🖐 Today’s tip: To decompress, breathe with five fingers.

Focus on the things you can control

May 9, 2020

🙅 Today’s tip: Remember what is, and isn’t, within your power.

The only question to ask yourself today

May 8, 2020

🤔 Today’s tip: Pay attention to what you miss most.

Give yourself a small win today

May 7, 2020

🏆 Today’s tip: For an easy mood boost, pick a corner of your life to organize.

A question to ask yourself when you’re overwhelmed

May 6, 2020

Welcome to The Forge Daily Tip, a quick morning email that will help you start each day on the right foot.

Time for some good news

May 5, 2020

Welcome to The Forge Daily Tip, a quick morning email that will help you start each day on the right foot.

A simple diagnostic for a bad mood

May 4, 2020

Welcome to The Forge Daily Tip, a quick morning email that will help you start each day on the right foot.