Apples + Experiments
Good morning! I hope you’re well. I wanted to share an update on how things are going on my end, what I’m working on, what I’m reading, and what I’m curious about.
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7 Screen-Free Habits To Read More Books (even when you’re busy)
All of these tips are built to give you ideas for implementing more screen-free reading into your life. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering where you’re going to find time to read, or that every moment in your day is booked, then I want you to check out
Read for mood, not goals.
I didn’t mean to make an annual book goal last year – it sort of happened by accident. By the time I realized what was happening, I was counting down the books to reach 50 by the end of the year. I was doing the math each month, thinking: “if
Cultivating a rooted life.
I’ve been exhausted these last several months. Not just physically exhausted from lack of sleep and chasing around two small children. But mentally wiped out. Any downtime I had was spent mindlessly scrolling, consuming a cocktail of memes, terrible news, and 10-second videos. You know the ones. I took
Book Review: Stolen Focus by Johann Hari
A startling look at why we can’t pay attention and how to think deeply again.
Read what you love, forget the rest.
I recently shared (you know.. a few weeks ago) that I was planning to read Red Rising, Brave New World, and The Great Hunt in February. As these things go, of course, I haven't finished any of these. I have, however, read two books that I didn'
Book Review: The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins
Self-help for those who need to let go of what others think and let themselves succeed.
Book Review: Wind and Truth by Brandon Sanderson
The thrilling and much awaited conclusion to the first arc of The Stormlight Archive.
Book Review: The Power Pause by Neha Ruch
A powerful look at changing the conversation around at-home parenting and moms shifting away from (and/or back to) their career.
Book Review: Rhythm of War by Brandon Sanderson
Emotionally intense installment of The Stormlight Archive.
Book Review: Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman
Here's your permission to set down those tasks that don't actually move the needle.
Book Review: Dawnshard by Brandon Sanderson
A beautiful exploration of some of the newer characters to The Stormlight Archive.
Book Review: Oathbringer by Brandon Sanderson
A haunting and emotional installment of The Stormlight Archive.
Book Review: Edgedancer by Brandon Sanderson
An awesome peek at a different part of Roshar and an intro to some new characters.
Book Review: Words of Radiance by Brandon Sanderson
Find your way back to Roshar in the second installment of The Stormlight Archive.
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Book Review: Burnout by Emily Nagoksi, PhD and Amelia Nagoski, DMA
A raw, brutal look at burnout in women's lives.
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Book Review: Adventures In Opting Out by Cait Flanders
Opt out of taking the worn path and tread one of your own.
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Book Review: The Return Of The King by J.R.R. Tolkien
The epic conclusion to the incredible saga that is The Lord of The Rings.
Book Review: The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson
Do yourself a favor and get introduced to The Stormlight Archive. You're welcome.
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Book Review: Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke, MD
A book that will make you take a long, hard look at where your dopamine comes from.
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Book Review: The Two Towers by J.R.R. Tolkien
Continue the epic saga that is Lord of The Rings.
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Book Review: The Fellowship of The Ring by J.R. R. Tolkien
The Lord of The Rings is a classic for a reason.