The challenge of journaling For those of you who ever tried their hand at journaling, you probably found out it is hard, especially after a while. It takes time and it takes effort. It requires commitment. Not unlike blogging or any other writing activity. And like GTD, it's a wagon you can very easily fall … Continue reading A journaling workflow for better GTD higher altitude focus
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Patrick Rhone’s beautiful article “The Farmer” >
Too long it had been waiting on my reading list, but I just rediscovered this pearl by Patrick Rhone, who again shows why he is such a great writer. A quote, among many quotes: This farmer realizes that the relationship with her work, like any good relationship is, and should be, reciprocal. That the work, … Continue reading Patrick Rhone’s beautiful article “The Farmer” >
Commitment to focus
Predator huntingHave you ever seen a predator hunting? It’s truly a sight to see. You may want to check Discovery Channel, just to get a glimpse of the experience.A predator chasing a herd does not, in effect, chase the herd. Rather, after a period of quiet but concentrated observation, it will pounch, going after one … Continue reading Commitment to focus
When tools distract from purpose
Looking for a purpose is probably the worst way to find itThe more I look at the way I have been active in the past years, the more I am starting to understand you cannot discover your purpose in life by looking for it. On the contrary, the act of looking for your purpose will … Continue reading When tools distract from purpose
Exploring The Black Box 