Fewer Things Better
Life is noisy, but your brain doesn't have to be. This quick weekly conversation offers smart, simple ways to retrain your brain to hack your productivity and communicate better. Brain-science-meets-word-nerd host Kristin Graham offers shortcuts on how to navigate our cluttered digital world so you can spend more time enjoying life offline. She's done the research and tried-the-things, so you get the headlines and hacks without all the homework.
Episodes
124 episodes since 2022
Ep. 124 - Time Management: Distractions in Disguise
Continuing on this week with our time management series, we are going to explore the "sneaky ways" in which we can undermine our productivity. From busying ourselves with other tasks, over researching (or over scrolling), to perfectionism paral...
September 13, 2024
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Episode 124
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Ep. 123 - Time Management: Why Sleep Is Your Productivity Superpower
Following the series on energy management, this episode launches our next focus on time management. We explore how sleep (or the lack of it) impacts our personal productivity as well as the neuro and biological science behind sleep's impact on ...
September 06, 2024
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Episode 123
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Ep. 122 - Extended Episode: Energy Management Tips & Tricks
In this last episode of the Energy Management series, we’re pulling everything together with some tips and tricks to utilize in your daily life. Whether you’re looking to fine-tune your routine or keep your energy up, this episode is pack...
August 30, 2024
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Episode 122
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Ep. 121 - Energy Management: The Cost of Helping & What to Ask Before Saying 'Yes'
There is a field of study called neuroeconomics that explores the brain science, psychology, and economics behind our desire (or not) to help others. There is a tangible physical and mental energy when we do for others; so this episode explores...
August 23, 2024
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Episode 121
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Ep. 120 - Energy Management: Brain Boosts for the First & Last Hour of the Day
Continuing on with our energy management series, in this episode we will explore ways to boost our brain through being intentional. How we start and end the day can lay the foundation for success, helping to maximize productivity and creativity...
August 16, 2024
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Episode 120
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11:12
Ep. 119 - Energy Management: Learn Your Chronobiology
We are going to start a mini series this month all about energy management. In this episode we will begin by looking at chronobiology and how to maximize our productivity based on our own biological rhythms. Whether you're looking to boost your...
August 09, 2024
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Episode 119
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11:37
Ep. 118 - Nutrition Nerding: How Food Science Boosts Your Brain & Body
Food and nutrition play such a big role in our day to day lives, and we often hear from so many different sources and experts about what we should be putting into our body. In this episode, we will explore some of the ways that food can have an...
August 02, 2024
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Episode 118
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Ep. 117 - Plugging the Leaks: Mastering What You Can Control
There are many areas in life where we do not have control. In this episode, we explore some of the important areas in life and how we can regain control through the power of choice. From financial decisions to time management, your health, and ...
July 26, 2024
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Episode 117
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10:42
Ep. 116 - More Action, Less Thinking = A Power Tool for the Brain
Sometimes, just "doing" without thinking can be a gift we give to our brains. In this episode we are going to explore the ways we can boost our brains, while still enjoying a sense of accomplishment. If your brain is ready for a break, join in ...
July 19, 2024
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Episode 116
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7:41
Ep. 115 - Loss, Transition, Nostalgia & Bigger Mental Maps
In this episode, we explore the intricacies of loss and the path towards transitioning into new chapters. Whether the loss is a personal one or a major shift in your career, this season can feel uncertain and unsettling. Join the conversation a...
July 12, 2024
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Episode 115
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6:26
Ep. 114 - The (Brain) Science of Courage & 2 Questions to Ask Yourself
In this episode we are going to explore the power of words and the courage it takes to ask the (sometimes) hard questions. Whether you are going on the path of self inquiry, wanting to gain more clarity, or just wanting to allow for more growth...
July 05, 2024
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Episode 114
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6:19
Ep. 113 - Productivity Partners: Next Next & a Plus 1
In this episode, we explore the power of partnerships for boosting productivity. Whether for personal or professional goals, finding ways to have an accountability partner can be a burst of energy and momentum. We'll review ideas on how y...
June 28, 2024
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Episode 113
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10:33
Ep. 112- The Story of You: Show vs. Tell
Where is that fine line between being open and oversharing? Whether it is in the workplace or in a personal relationship let's jump in and explore how to be authentic without the need for excessive elaboration. Join in on this episode as ...
June 21, 2024
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Episode 112
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7:01
Ep. 111 - The Practice of Patience (+ the Brain Science Behind It)
This episode takes a closer look at patience and how we can blend a little bit more of it into our daily lives. Patience can be a tool for growth and progress in both personally and professionally, and it can also show us areas where a little m...
June 14, 2024
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Episode 111
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7:20
Ep. 110 - 1 Decision That Removes 100
The past few episodes have centered on decisions and their impact on us. This episode focuses on how one decision can act as a catalyst towards simplicity in our lives and help free up our jumbled thoughts as we go from decision overload to cle...
June 07, 2024
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Episode 110
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6:47
Ep. 109 - Where Are You Due for an Upgrade?
Sometimes even the act of thinking about change can stop us from making the day-to-day decisions in our lives. This episode looks at when and why we might resist the switches we ultimately know are necessary. Whether it's information overload, ...
May 31, 2024
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Episode 109
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7:48
Ep.108 - A Recipe for Results: Goals + Actions = Decisions
How often do your "have to" and "want to" items end up moving from one list to the next, or are replaced by a new, urgent thing, or are subconsciously just avoided?When it comes to true progress, a decision isn't made until action is tak...
May 24, 2024
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Episode 108
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8:14
Ep. 107- Giving & Receiving (Part 2): Updating Your Menu
This episode continues the conversation from Episode 106 about exploring your own comfort with giving and receiving. In this episode, we look further at the layers of what it takes (and how it feels) to create, revise, and communicate your own ...
May 17, 2024
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Episode 107
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8:25
Ep. 106 - Giving & Receiving: What's On Your Menu?
In the busy buzz of everyday life, we can lose sight of what it is that we actually want. In this episode, we take a closer look at how we can better receive and how spending a little extra time to create a mental menu of wants empowers us - an...
May 10, 2024
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Episode 106
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8:51
Ep. 105 - Quick Conversation Starters & Exits
In this episode, we explore strategies we can use to start (and sometimes end) conversations with confidence and grace. Join the conversation as we break the ice and unlock the potential for authentic connection.
May 03, 2024
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Episode 105
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8:52
Ep. 104 - The Superpower Science of Math & Money
Money (and time) both have a compounding nature - and when we apply this idea in our lives, it can greatly affect not only our finances and our goals. This episode offers insight and ideas on how to explore the power of patience as we invest ou...
April 26, 2024
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Episode 104
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10:45
Ep. 103 - To Succeed, Fail Often & Gain Grit
In a world that often praises success and masks the reality of failure, let's pay attention to the messy, imperfect, yet profoundly human experiences that shape who we are. Whether it's setbacks in career and relationships, or personal ob...
April 19, 2024
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Episode 103
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9:45
Ep. 102 - The Science of Sex & Pleasure
This episode looks at the science behind sex and the physiology of pleasure. With input from the fields of biology, psychology, and sociology, we'll discuss components of the brain and body related to sexual activity with a partner as wel...
April 12, 2024
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Episode 102
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9:21
Ep. 101 - The Highlight Episode, Part 2: Excuses, Words & Time
Welcome back to part 2 of our 100th episode recap! We highlight key themes from the last two years and recap small steps to help optimize your time and energy. Join us as we look at ways to re-frame our mindset, effectively channel our energy, ...
April 05, 2024
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Episode 101
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12:51
Ep. 100 - The Highlight Episode, Part 1: Fatigue, Fun & Distraction
We're marking 100 episodes with a special highlight compilation with key themes on time management, energy management, and common distractions. Whether you’re new to this conversation or have been part of the journey along the way, thanks...
March 29, 2024
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Episode 100
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10:47