A study by Emory University suggests that reading a good fiction book may boost brain function for days, even after finishing the book. It seems that reading triggers a part of the brain that basically tricks it into thinking it’s doing something it’s not…in this case, actively participating in the story. It’s not clear what a boost in this area of the brain actually accomplishes for you, but hey, it’s cool science nonetheless. Read more about the study here.
Getting Things Done (GTD)
I’ve always been a big fan of David Allen’s Getting Things Done strategies, and even though I don’t fully implement the system, I still feel it’s a massive benefit to my life (I’m working on fully implementing it, it’s just tough to get into that routine). If you haven’t heard of it, take two minutes to watch the video below…it does a great job of summarizing what this is all about.