Tag: habits
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Escape a fitness rut: six essential strategies to jumpstart 2026
Facing a fitness rut? You’re not alone Even the most devoted exercisers experience a dip in motivation. Rather than beating yourself up, acknowledge the slump and set a plan. As Dr. Jamie Barker notes, normalising these feelings is the first step toward getting back on track. With that mindset, you can reset your routine and…
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How a €70 Device Cut My Screen Time and Changed How I Use My Phone
Can a simple device really change your relationship with your phone? If you’ve ever wished your phone would stop draining hours from your day, you aren’t alone. I recently put the Brick, a €70 physical device marketed to curb endless scrolling, to the test. The premise is simple: remove or disrupt the habitual pull of…
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How a €70 device cut my screen time and changed how I use my phone
When a small gadget promised big changes Like many people, I found myself slipping into the same routine every day: wake up, check notifications, scroll endlessly, and wonder where the time went. The problem wasn’t just the time wasted online; it was how it affected focus, mood, and even social interactions. Then I heard about…
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Tiny Tweaks, Big Change: Why Small Shifts Beat All-or-Nothing Makeovers
Can Tiny Tweaks Outperform Total Makeovers? In a world that often rewards grand gestures, there’s growing evidence that tiny, consistent changes can outperform dramatic life overhauls. The old mindset—if you can’t commit to a full transformation, you might as well do nothing—puts people on a rollercoaster of effort and burnout. But what if the best…
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My world, my way: Kathryn Thomas reveals how she juggles her high-energy life
Finding balance in a high-energy life When a public figure lives in the fast lane, the question isn’t just how they keep going—it’s how they sustain the energy, focus, and well-being day after day. Kathryn Thomas, known for her dynamic presence and demanding schedule, opens up about the discipline and mindset that help her manage…
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The Art of the Everyday Reward: Why You Should Stop Saving Joy for Sundays or Holidays
Why the habit of saving joy works against us In Manila and across the Philippines, as in many places, people structure life around calendars, routines, and the pressure of upcoming milestones. Sundays and holidays become the ultimate reward days—the Brussels sprout of indulgence after a long week. The idea is familiar: push through the grind,…
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My world, my way: Kathryn Thomas on juggling a high-energy life
Introduction: A candid look at a demanding schedule When public-facing roles demand both physical stamina and mental clarity, maintaining balance isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. Kathryn Thomas recently opened up about how she manages a high-energy life, revealing that a steady routine has become her anchor. “I wasn’t sure how I was going to cope…
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Can Tiny Tweaks Beat Total Makeovers? The Power of Micro-Habits
Rethinking Change: Why Tiny Tweaks Often Beat Grand Overhauls In a world obsessed with dramatic transformations, the idea that big makeovers are the only path to progress can feel like a trap. But what if you could instead win by making small, sustainable adjustments that accumulate over time? The truth is, tiny tweaks can outspeed…
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The Art of Everyday Reward: Stop Saving Joy for Sundays
Reframe the idea of reward For many, rewards are a Sunday ritual or a holiday treat—a sanctioned moment when indulgence feels earned. Yet this mindset can hollow out everyday motivation. The truth is that meaningful joy doesn’t have to be saved for a calendar beat or a special occasion. By reframing rewards as a daily…
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Mindfulness: A Practical Difference in the Working Day
Finding calm amid a demanding schedule When a demanding career begins to feel overwhelming, many of us search for strategies that can help us stay focused, calm, and productive. For one professional, mindfulness wasn’t a vague luxury but a practical toolkit she could use every day. Her journey began after a personal loss in 2019…