Jeroen Sangers ◦ brain tags

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 14:55:47 +0100

I truly appreciate the conversation awareness feature of the Apple AirPods. However, it would be even better if this feature could distinguish between my speaking voice and when I’m singing, adjusting the volume accordingly.

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 07:40:36 +0100

Currently reading: Solve For Happy by Mo Gawdat 📚

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 07:57:26 +0100

Finished reading: Drive by Daniel H. Pink 📚

The self-determination theory holds significant importance, yet many businesses overlook its application for employee motivation. Despite its relevance, the book tends to become somewhat repetitive in its exploration.

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 11:45:40 +0100

📸 Misty

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 08:54:07 +0100

The reason I stayed in bed for an hour longer today:

No list, app nor productivity app will work if you are simply tired.
Nicholas Bate https://blog.strategicedge.co.uk/2024/02/the-most-powerful-productivity-tips-85.html

Prevacation

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 17:13:41 +0100

You derive most of your happiness from anticipating and planning the holiday trip.

Related: Joy, Productive happiness

Positive sleep

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 16:09:25 +0100

People who sleep well are more positive.

Related: Joy, Morning productivity

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 16:28:07 +0100

I still haven’t found any use for the desktop widgets in macOS. The only widget I would probably use, a “Now Playing” widget, is precisely the one widget Apple decided not to make.

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 19:12:53 +0100

Currently reading: Drive by Daniel H. Pink 📚

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 10:26:48 +0100

Finished reading: Deep Work by Cal Newport 📚

Already a classic work, explaining a concept which is very needed in current times. I feel, however, that Cal emphasizes too much how good his particular way of working is and doesn’t give many alternative ways of doing deep work.

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 15:25:17 +0100

It looks we returned a week too early from the Netherlands. I would love to be able to skate on natural ice again. Look at those images: nos.nl/l/2504465

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 18:43:33 +0100

Having fun preparing a trip for my wife’s 50th birthday. Her wish is to wake up in a place she’s never been to and she will not believe her eyes when she does.

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 14:20:14 +0100

A minimalist traveling in company always ends up lugging around other people’s stuff.

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 09:46:42 +0100

I finally had a moment to follow Frank’s example and create my own Funkopop. It took a few versions (the AI kept giving me a beard) but this one is quite “me”.

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 22:19:36 +0100

Currently reading: Deep Work by Cal Newport 📚

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 09:38:38 +0100

I decided to take it slow for the remainder of the year. I will focus on the absolute necessary things and besides that just do what feels best.

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 11:50:44 +0100

Finished reading: The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande 📚

Very well written book, with lots of anecdotes to see how to apply the principles outside the operating room.

Now I have to figure out whether we can implement some of these practices in our business.

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 09:06:44 +0100

Nice! Day One has included journaling suggestions.

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 13:37:54 +0100

📸 Miró

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 08:07:38 +0100

What a great advice:

Try to be surprised by something every day. It could be something you see, hear, or read about. Stop to look at the unusual car parked at the curb, taste the new item on the cafeteria menu, actually listen to your colleague at the office. How is this different from other similar cars, dishes or conversations? What is its essence? Don’t assume that you already know what these things are all about, or that even if you knew them, they wouldn’t matter anyway. Experience this one thing for what it is, not what you think it is. Be open to what the world is telling you. Life is nothing more than a stream of experiences — the more widely and deeply you swim in it, the richer your life will be.
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi https://jamesclear.com/3-2-1/november-30-2023

Time buckets

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 11:19:26 +0100

Allow small tasks to accumulate until you can efficiently complete them in batches.

Morning productivity

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 13:50:49 +0100

In general, productivity is higher in the morning than in the afternoon.

Related: Deep work, Work cycle, Positive sleep

Creative time

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 13:25:56 +0100

Creative tasks are best done while low on energy.

I have data, therefore I Exist

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 12:11:00 +0100

Today I joined Exist to help organize and interpret my vast array of personal health data. I’ve integrated various tools into the platform, including Apple Health, Oura, my Withings scale, and even my calendar and weather data, in order to gain a comprehensive view of my health and habits.

Even though the app is still in the early stages of data collection, it’s already begun to show some interesting correlations. While some are quite predictable and not particularly useful, such as burning more energy when I exercise longer, or waking up later on weekends, others have been surprising. For instance, it appears there’s a higher likelihood of rain in Lleida on Wednesdays - an unexpected yet intriguing find.

What’s truly piqued my interest, however, are the correlations related to my body metrics. I’ve noticed that my weight tends to increase when the days are longer, a trend that seems to be quite common. Additionally, I’ve found that my lean mass tends to be higher when I have fewer events on my calendar.

So far, my experience with Exist has been quite intriguing. It’s fascinating to see the connections between various aspects of my life and health, and I’m excited to uncover more insights as I continue to use the app.

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:38:05 +0100

Currently reading: The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande 📚