Learn to Think in Color

Are there habits you’ve been told to avoid that could help you? Why some “bad” habits are actually hidden features   High-level framing Some habits you’ve been warned about aren’t defects—they’re tools no one showed you how to use. Procrastinating, daydreaming, saying “no,” switching tasks: they were labelled “bad” in systems that cared more about looking busy than thinking well. The better question isn’t  “Is this bad?”  but:  When does this habit help, when does it hurt, and what boundary would make it useful?  Seen that way, guilt turns into information. You can keep what serves you and cap what doesn’t. Most of your rules about “good behavior” were inherited—from family, school, early bosses. Those environments often reward predictability, stillness, and visible effort. But your mind doesn’t run like a factory line. Even when you look “distracted,” it may be connecting ideas, testing scenarios, or protecting your energy. Four “bad” habits with surprising ups...

What habits and systems make it easier to stay committed to your long-term goals? Build identity-anchored habits inside simple, reviewable systems Framing the Question: Staying committed to long-term goals isn’t about iron willpower—it’s about smart scaffolding. The secret isn’t white-knuckling your way forward; it’s designing your days so the “right” choice is the easy one. Small, identity-driven habits, stacked inside lightweight systems, remove friction and make progress visible. If you want to do more than just set goals—if you want to  stick  to them—this is where to start. The Role of Habits and Systems Habits are the tiny, repeatable actions that eventually run on autopilot: opening your doc before you write, stretching for two minutes before a workout, reviewing your calendar before bed. Systems are the scaffolds that make those habits stick: calendar blocks, environment tweaks, and weekly reviews. You  can  achieve goals without them. But consistency becomes...

What’s the science behind how dopamine influences motivation? April 24, 2025 | Competitiveness, Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Decision Making, Habit, Neuroscience, Productivity, Psychology, Question a Day Question a Day     The Science Behind How Dopamine Influences Motivation Ever wondered why some tasks feel effortless while others require Herculean willpower? The answer lies in  dopamine —your brain’s  motivation molecule . Contrary to popular belief, dopamine isn’t just about pleasure—it’s actually what drives you to  take action . It fuels  goal-setting, effort, and perseverance , making it the secret ingredient behind motivation. So,  how does dopamine really work?  And can you  hack it  to boost motivation? Let’s break it down. 1. What Is Dopamine, and Why Does It Matter? 🚀  Dopamine is a neurotransmitter —a chemical messenger in your brain that influences  motivation, focus, and reward-seeking behavior . 📌  ...