Energy Management

The Sunk-Cost Fallacy: Your Energy Is Not Lost

A bird’s-eye view of a forked gravel path in a garden, symbolizing decision-making and strategic quitting.
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Last week, I wrote about the Quitting Framework by Steven Bartlett, commenting on both the simplicity of the framework and a thought-provoking statement: "Quitting is for winners." The essence is that strategic, well-considered quitting can improve your life, especially when hardships aren't leading you toward your goals. While writing about the value of strategic quitting, … Continue reading The Sunk-Cost Fallacy: Your Energy Is Not Lost

The Best Piece of Advice I Ever Had.

Silhouette of a person balancing on one leg at sunset, representing themes of work-life balance, energy management, and personal growth.
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Many years ago, I was torn between many projects, associations and commitments. Between my studies, joining multiple associations, climbing, actively socializing with anyone I met and pursuing creative expression like painting and writing, I was completely spent. During that hectic time, a dear friend shared a simple but life-changing piece of advice: evaluate what drains … Continue reading The Best Piece of Advice I Ever Had.