Productivity
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Accountability is more powerful than I thought
Something strange happened this month, and I honestly was not expecting it. Last year, I started working as an accountability partner, and yes, I have helped more than a dozen people to focus and work toward their goals, but I… Continue reading
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The Science of Paying Attention: Why I Stopped Scribbling and Started Using Fathom AI
I remember sitting in a meeting with my thesis supervisor while we were planning our next steps. As she spoke, I lowered my head to scramble some annotations in my notebook. Suddenly, she stopped and said: “Pay attention! Don’t write.… Continue reading
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Why Guilt Kills our ADHDers’ To-Do Lists (And How to Fix It with Kindness)
Disclaimer: This article has situations that most ADHD-ers face, but not all sources used focus on neurospicy brains. Neurotypical brains might still face similar challenges, tho. Experiment with different approaches, but always prioritize professional medical and mental health professionals’ advice… Continue reading
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Don’t F*ck Your Future Self this 2026.
I have been into self-development since I was a teenager. I remember reading The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens and trying desperately to become better. As a scraggy teenager with no self-esteem, that was not an easy task. I… Continue reading
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Bloganuary 2026. Jan 7. I should sleep more in 2026, and so should you.
I write this with a total of beautiful 8.7 hours of sleep. Yesterday I was extremely tired, and I had to use all of my willpower not to take a nap in the afternoon. I went to bed at 10… Continue reading
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Planning for the next year is… challenging
I’m currently in Venezuela, and I’m supposed to continue working for my clients as a Virtual assistant and accountability partner, writing in WordPress (I try to post once per month), renew my passport, plan my 2026, and enjoy time with… Continue reading
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I thought Vision boards were wishful thinking… then I read the Science.
I initially dismissed vision boards as superficial, but research reveals their potential when designed correctly. Effective boards should focus on “Process Visualization,” acknowledge obstacles, and incorporate personal values to energize action. Following these principles, vision boards transform from mere decorations… Continue reading
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