3-2-1: On saying no, the importance of focus, and reading books
From James Clear, Fwd: 3-2-1: Making your habits fun, how to host a good party, and tips for prioritizing
"10 years or 1 hour. Those are the two time frames worth prioritizing.
10 years is shorthand for thinking longer-term than nearly everyone else and doing things that are really ambitious or meaningful. Most of the deeply meaningful things in life
... See moreThe part of my mind that continually considered the opportunity cost of my time had fewer options—but the options it did have were productive and meaningful. Another quick win.
Chris Bailey • How to Calm Your Mind: Finding Presence and Productivity in Anxious Times
Saying no doesn't mean you'll never do anything interesting or innovative or spontaneous. It just means that you say yes in a focused way. Once you have knocked out the distractions, it can make sense to say yes to any opportunity that could potentially move you in the right direction. You may have to try many things to discover what works and what... See more