However, always err on the side of acceptance rather than control. Ride the wave of chaos instead of vainly trying to contain it.

It’s natural to experience some level of distress when faced with disruption. The best course of action is to process the emotion with curiosity and self-compassion so you can calmly deal with the consequences.

Scientists who study the effects of chain reactions—such as the spread of an epidemic or the domino effect of a power outage—call this a consequence cascade.

Approach procrastination from a place of curiosity to identify its cause and adjust your course of action.

build your experience by turning your interests into action, focusing on how you can create value for others

think about a simple action that can quickly shift your mood, such as music or scent; reconnect you to your body, such as stretching or conscious breathing; or give you the chance to check in with yourself, such as making a handwritten list of your intentions for the rest of your workday.

a long history of research has demonstrated that emoional states are closely related to landscapes

Success is the lifelong experiment of discovering what makes you feel most alive.

Manage your energy, executive function, and emotions rather than your minutes. Optimize for the depth of experience rather than the speed of achievement. Remember that life is not about how much we do, but how well we do.