Weekly Pulse is content curation and highlights from readings, books, podcasts, insights, ramblings, and other interesting things I discovered during the week.
So, let's go with some discoveries from the week!
#1 - The Importance of Handwriting
#2 - How the Personal Computer Broke the Human Body
#3 - Energy Makes Time
#4 - Navigating the Future: 7 Career Trends to Watch in 2024
#5 - Book Notes #102: Tribe of Mentors by Tim Ferriss
The Importance of Handwriting
Source: The Economist
Author: Johnson
Research shows that handwriting can improve everything from recalling information to understanding complicated ideas, even in the age of technology. Handwriting reinforces motor and sensory memory, and note-taking by hand forces students to synthesize ideas into their own words, aiding conceptual understanding.
Many studies have confirmed the benefits of handwriting, and policymakers have taken note, with half of American states mandating more teaching of handwriting since 2010. However, some school systems in America have gone so far as to ban most laptops, which is seen as too extreme.
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Source: NY Times
Author: Francis Sanzaro
The author reflects on a climbing experience where he failed due to a desire for success, which led to performance anxiety and distraction. On a subsequent attempt, he focused on making one move at a time and removed the desire for success, which led to a more fluid and natural climb.
The author connects this experience to the concept of subtraction, where removing barriers to clarity is more important than adding to mental approaches. The author argues that cultivating emotional intelligence, restraint, and the ability to recognize and acknowledge feelings is key to achieving clarity and perfection.
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Author: Francis Sanzaro
The author reflects on a climbing experience where he failed due to a desire for success, which led to performance anxiety and distraction. On a subsequent attempt, he focused on making one move at a time and removed the desire for success, which led to a more fluid and natural climb.
The author connects this experience to the concept of subtraction, where removing barriers to clarity is more important than adding to mental approaches. The author argues that cultivating emotional intelligence, restraint, and the ability to recognize and acknowledge feelings is key to achieving clarity and perfection.
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Energy Makes Time
Source: Everything ChangesAuthor: Mandy Brown
The article discusses the challenges faced by high performers who struggle to balance work and care taking responsibilities, resulting in a lack of time. The author suggests that traditional time-management tactics may not always work and emphasizes the importance of energizing activities like art, which can provide a sense of rejuvenation and perspective.
By prioritizing such activities, individuals can regain time and energy, rather than trying to constantly make more time. The author encourages readers to consider what activities energize them and make time for those, rather than trying to fit them into an already packed schedule.
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Navigating the Future: 7 Career Trends to Watch in 2024
Source:
Article of the Week
As we stand at the threshold of a new year, the career landscape is poised for transformation. The ever-evolving nature of industries, technology, and societal expectations has a profound impact on the way we work. In this blog post, we will explore seven key career trends that are expected to shape the professional landscape in 2024.
As we step into a new year filled with opportunities, let's embark on a journey to make it your best career year yet. First and foremost, take a moment to reflect on your strengths and achievements from the past. Embrace what you've learned, and use it as a springboard for growth.
Book Notes #102: Tribe of Mentors by Tim Ferriss
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Book Notes of the Week
Tribe of Mentors is more than a book; it's a dynamic organization of wisdom, offering readers a backstage pass into the lives of accomplished individuals. Tim Ferriss skilfully curates an incredible list of insights that transcends the conventional self-help narrative. The book's strength lies in its diversity, providing a nuanced and adaptable guide to success from many persons.
The key ideas and main lessons interweave seamlessly, creating a holistic framework for personal development. Through the varied stories, readers are not handed a rigid blueprint, but rather a toolkit to sculpt their unique paths. The emphasis on adaptability, consistency, and learning from failures resonates throughout, reinforcing the idea that success is a journey rather than a destination.
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