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What’s shakin’? 🥤 It’s the 35th edition of “3 Things I Totally Didn’t Make Up This Week” (also known as “3 Things I Learned Last Week”)! 🎉

Pour yourself your third (or fourth) coffee of the day and let’s deep dive into some brain food.

On this week’s quirky learning menu:

1. 🧠 “Why Your Brain Feels Like a Crashed Browser Tab”: The Action-Reference Framework
2. 🌱 “Mistakes: The True Breakfast of Champions”: The Psychological Side of Flubs and Fumbles
3. 🌞 “The Morning Rituals of People Cooler than Us”: Tailoring Huberman’s A.M. Groove

🔍 Alright, rubber duckies, let’s break it down!

🧠 Why Your Brain Feels Like a Crashed Browser Tab: The Action-Reference Framework

Ever felt like your brain has too many tabs open? Welcome to the club! Here’s a neat trick: The “action-reference framework”.

Imagine categorizing stuff into ‘action’ (stuff that’s “OMG, this is urgent!”) and ‘reference’ (stuff to check “When I’m avoiding actual work”). Tools like Google Calendar for “now things” and Google Notes for “later, maybe” can help.

🔑 Bite-sized Insight:

• Know the difference: ‘Now’ stuff and ‘Meh, later’ stuff.
• Pick tools that feel less like work and more like fun, e.g., Google Calendar for the urgent and Google Notes for the…not so urgent.

🎥 See how NOT to fry your brain here.

🌱 Mistakes: The True Breakfast of Champions – The Psychological Side of Flubs and Fumbles

So, a study from 2019 showed us that tripping at the starting line can trip us up later on. Basically, our first impressions in learning kinda stick around.

The golden rule? Early-stage learners need a lot of “You’re doing amazing, sweetie!” vibes, and the pros need a solid, “Eh, that could be better”.

🔑 Bite-sized Insight:

• Early wins (or fails) set the tone for the learning journey.
• Feedback is like hot sauce. Tailor it to taste, and don’t let it burn you out.

🎥 Unpack the mess-ups that make us here.

🌞 The Morning Rituals of People Cooler than Us: Tailoring Huberman’s A.M. Groove

Enter YouTuber Lost in Admiration. They tried out Huberman’s A.M. thing, and guess what?

Personalizing stuff is essential! Groundbreaking, I know.

But really, mix up that science-y goodness with things that make your soul hum, and you’ve got a morning cocktail that screams, “Let’s do this!”

🔑 Bite-sized Insight:

• Morning rituals should feel like your favorite playlist: a mix of the latest hits and timeless classics.
• Toss in personal faves like journaling or, you know, that second breakfast.

🎥 Tweak your A.M. vibes with Huberman here.

Aaaaand, that’s a wrap! If you’ve got pals who could use a dose of “3 Things I Totally Didn’t Make Up,” send ’em this way!

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Here’s to a week that’s overflowing with “Oh, cool!” moments, a dash of “Whaaaat?” and a sprinkle of dance breaks.

Stay quirky and curious,

~ Nathan 🦆🚀

Welcome to the 34th edition of “3 Things I Learned Last Week”! (Or as I like to call it, “Let’s Steal Nathan’s Brain Nuggets Weekly Edition” 🤓)

Every week, I dive deep into the content ocean, fishing for those shiny knowledge tidbits. And boy, do I have a catch to share!

On this week’s fishing expedition:

1. Life’s Tetris and How to Boss It 🎮
2. Daily Reading: How Not to Let Books Become Fancy Shelf Decor 📚
3. Online Writing: Because Who Doesn’t Want an Extra $10,000/Month? ✒️

Ready to get schooled? Let’s roll!

🎮 Life’s Tetris and How to Boss It

Ever thought life’s like Tetris and you’re just playing on hard mode? Shane Parish seems to think so. He’s got some cheat codes in his piece “Clear Thinking” that might just stop you from becoming a pixelated mess.

🔑 Quick Brain Nuggets:

• Decision-making got you spiraling? Spot those pesky emotional reactions and ego trips to level up!
• Overthinking is overrated. Focus on the core and make choices clear as day.
• Treat decisions like spicy food: digest the small ones quickly, but mull over the biggies.

🎥 Get Shane’s cheat codes here!

📚 Daily Reading: How Not to Let Books Become Fancy Shelf Decor

If your books are just collecting dust, let’s fix that! A daily reading log is like that gym buddy who actually makes you work out. Dive deep and discover how to kick the reading slump to the curb.

🔑 Quick Brain Nuggets:

• Old school is cool! A tangible notebook beats digital platforms for tracking progress.
• Reading goals? There are two ways to climb this mountain: plan ahead or start small and gain momentum.
• Consistency > Volume. Aim for a reading rhythm, not a book marathon.

🎥 Want to read more than just tweets? Click here!

✒️ Online Writing: Because Who Doesn’t Want an Extra $10,000/Month?

Twitter and LinkedIn aren’t just for memes and flexing. They’re goldmines! Unearth the treasure map to minting digital gold with your words.

🔑 Quick Brain Nuggets:

• Publish often, get feedback, and keep refining! Your personal brand will thank you.
• Making bank online? Try advertising, exclusivity, or offer services.
• Future writers will get paid by results, ensuring that you get those dollar bills for the content impact!

🎥 Ready to write your way to a bigger bank account? Dive in!

That’s a wrap for this edition of “3 Things I Learned Last Week”. If your brain feels bigger now, do a friend a favor and share these juicy tidbits!

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Catch you next week! Till then, may your days be filled with “aha!” moments and the scent of fresh books.

Stay curious,

~ Nathan 🚀

Welcome to the 33rd episode of ‘Nathan’s Weekly Nerdiness’! (Yep, it’s just like that TV show you’re binge-watching, but with fewer dragons and more knowledge bombs.) 🤓

Every week, in between my attempts to invent a calorie-free chocolate bar and my dreams of getting accepted to Hogwarts, I also manage to find some pretty enlightening stuff. So, settle in, grab that cuppa joe or green tea (or blue tea if that’s a thing now), and let’s get nerdy!

Our top 3 jaw-dropping finds this week:

1. 🕰️ “Why is Grandma an Early Bird and I’m a Night Owl?” Understanding Your Chrono-What-Now?
2. 🌟 “Mission: Find Your ‘Why'”. No, it’s not another Mission Impossible movie.
3. 🧠 The Inner Sherlock: Unmasking the Stranger Inside Us

Shall we?

🕰️ “Why is Grandma an Early Bird and I’m a Night Owl?” Understanding Your Chrono-What-Now?

Ever wondered why Grandma’s already had breakfast, read the paper, and pruned her roses by the time you’ve hit the snooze button for the 8th time? Enter the world of Chronotypes. Our buddy, Ran Darwish, spills the beans on this!

🔑 Sneak Peeks:

• We’re not just lazy! Our wakey-wakey and sleepy-sleepy moments are thanks to these cool things called Chronotypes.
• Want to unlock superhero productivity? Sync up with your body’s natural rhythm. Yes, it’s like dancing, but with tasks.
• Tired? Instead of that 5th coffee, try breaks during energy lulls.

🎥 Unravel your inner time-teller right here.

🌟 “Mission: Find Your ‘Why'”. No, it’s not another Mission Impossible movie.

Ever felt like your life’s purpose is the WiFi password that you just can’t seem to remember? Dive into this content to join the league of extraordinary purpose-finders!

🔑 Sneak Peeks:

• Shared experiences: Not just for cute Instagram posts. They’re core memory-makers and purpose-shapers.
• Adding personal stories to our journey makes our work relatable. Kinda like adding cheese on… well, everything!
• Detect patterns like Sherlock. Sometimes, a fresh pair of eyes can help you find your true north.

🎥 Your mission, if you choose to accept it.

🧠 The Inner Sherlock: Unmasking the Stranger Inside Us

In an age of impulse tweeting and ‘Oops, did I just post that?’, taking a breath to chat with our inner selves is a game-changer.

🔑 Sneak Peeks:

• Why did I say that? Oh right, my past is pulling the strings sometimes. Realizing this is life-changing.
• Think before you tweet. Or text. Or… you get it.
• Tough times call for some inner Sherlock-ing. Understand your Watson (emotions) to avoid Moriarty-level drama.

🎥 Meet your inner roommate. It’s less creepy than it sounds.

And snap! That’s a wrap for this week’s episode of ‘Nathan’s Weekly Nerdiness’. Fingers crossed these insights lead you to rule the trivia night or, at the very least, give you some cool dinner party chatter!

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May your week be as exciting as finding an extra fry at the bottom of the bag!

Toodles,

~ Nathan 🚀

Buckle up, buttercup — we’re back with the 32nd episode of “3 Things I Learned Last Week”! 🎉 It’s like the latest season of your favorite show but for your brain. And guess what? No waiting for a year between seasons.

Grab your bevvy of choice (alcoholic, caffeinated, or even just fancy water) and let’s dive into this weekly brain party!

On the menu this week:

1. 🧠 Why being a smarty pants ain’t all that it’s cracked up to be.
2. 📚 How to squeeze every last drop of wisdom from your dusty bookshelf.
3. 📅 Why your To-Do list is actually a sneaky saboteur.

Let’s get the party started! 🎉

🧠 Smarty Pants Syndrome: The Downside of Being Naturally Gifted

You know that friend who was just born knowing how to play Mozart? Or maybe they solved a Rubik’s cube when they were 3?

Natural talent can seem like magic, but sometimes, even magicians get stage fright.

🔑 Tidbits:

• Those prodigies? They might just trip over their own shoelaces if they’re not careful.
• Tying your identity to being a whiz kid can make for some not-so-fun existential crises down the line.
• But fear not! With a bit of elbow grease and a good ol’ reality check, they can harness their talent and soar.

🎥 Here’s a deep dive into why sometimes it’s tough at the top.

📚 Decoding the Da Vinci of Books: Master the Art of Learning from Them

Books can be as mysterious as a coded message.

But with the right glasses (or maybe a magnifying glass?), you can uncover secrets even Dan Brown would be jealous of.

🔑 Tidbits:

• Rather than wading through pages, look for patterns, and connect the dots.
• Dive in! Take notes, doodle in the margins, and pick arguments with fictional characters.
• Remember, the journey is half the fun — and sharing your thoughts with friends makes it a party.

🎥 Need a decoder ring? Grab one here.

📅 Ditch the To-Do: Why Your List Might Be Cramping Your Style

Your to-do list called. It said, “You’re doing it wrong.” Time for a fresh take!

🔑 Tidbits:

• Go rogue and sync those tasks into your calendar. Watch order magically emerge from chaos.
• Don’t let curveballs get you down. Allocate a calendar slot, and keep rollin’.
• With a dash of creativity and a pinch of planning, you might just create your daily masterpiece.

🎥 Learn how to turn your To-Dos into Ta-Das!

That’s a wrap! 🎬 If your brain’s feeling a little fuller and your spirit a bit brighter, my job here is done.

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Catch ya on the flip side (or next week — whichever comes first). Here’s to a week of wild discoveries and happy brain cells.

To infinity and beyond,

~ Nathan ✌️🚀

Hello, curious mind! 🧠

Pardon the interruption from your previously scheduled cat video or comfort-food recipe hunt. Just me, Nathan, trying to sprinkle a bit of “woah, I didn’t know that” into your day.

In this weekly dispatch, I go full-on Sherlock, sifting through the web’s densest jungles (some call them “resources”) and serve up the juiciest morsels of wisdom. Why? To inject some surprise into your week and maybe — just maybe — to make you the star of your next virtual water cooler chat.

Got your coffee? Good. Perhaps a pastry? Even better. Let’s unravel this!

🚀 The Secret Sauce to Success

Ever gaze up at the stars and wonder, “How can I be the Beyoncé of my industry?”

Well, Ali Abdaal’s video, a crib note of “The Diary of a CEO”, might just have the answer.

🔑 Bite-sized Wisdom:

• Think of career growth like filling a fancy cocktail: knowledge, skills, network, resources, and reputation. But watch the order you pour!
• Treat yo’self. No, seriously. Your well-being? That’s the golden goblet. Fill it up with physical and mental self-love.
• Heard of the Kaizen approach? It’s not a new sushi roll; it’s about small, consistent growth steps. Yum!

🎥 Give me the Success Recipe!

🕰️ That Time-Defying Productivity Trick

Longer hours = more stuff done, right? WRONG. Let’s redefine “productivity” with a less-is-more, James Bond kinda vibe.

🔑 Bite-sized Wisdom:

• Focus on the 3 E’s: elimination, energizing efficiency, and espresso (okay, maybe not the last one but it helps!).
• Squeeze, don’t stretch. Compress work and see efficiency soar by up to 500%. Not a typo.
• Think Tetris, not tornado. Slot tasks into set hours and get that sweet work-life harmony.

🎥 Let’s redefine hustle, shall we?

📚 After Hours: Turning Netflix Time into Wisdom Time

Who said school’s out forever? (Okay, maybe Alice Cooper.) But, learning? That’s a forever gig. Let’s learn how to juggle binge-watching and brain-boosting.

🔑 Bite-sized Wisdom:

• Weave learning into your everyday like it’s the hottest new TikTok dance. Groove with it but keep those eyes sharp.
• Gadgets? Check. Effective note-taking? Double-check. Your playbook for faster, smarter insights.
• Balance brain munchies (info consumption) with brain naps (introspection) to juice up creativity.

🎥 Show me how to Netflix and Nurture.

Phew! And just like that, we’re wrapping up this week’s enlightening edition of “3 Tidbits.” Will these little nuggets revolutionize your week? Maybe. Give you something fun to chat about? Heck yes.

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Here’s to a week full of “huh, neat!” moments and the odd chuckle or two.

Stay quirky and curious,

~ Nathan 🎩

🎉 Welcome to the Dirty-Thirties of “3 Things I Learned Last Week!” 🎉

Hey, you! Yeah, you with the curiosity as insatiable as a toddler in a “don’t-touch” museum. Let’s dive into another round of “Things Nathan figured out, so you don’t have to.”

Pour yourself that mystery drink from last night’s party (or, ya know, some tea), because we’re about to embark on this intellectual rollercoaster. And if you’ve got pals who love a good mental thrill, hit ’em up with this newsletter. Sharing is caring, after all.

This week on the Nathan Discovery Channel:

1. 📝 The Cult of Done: Not your average cult, promise!
2. 📚 Becoming an Expert with Commonplace Books: More than just a fancy term for a diary.
3. 🛒 Achieving Minimalism: Or, “How I Stopped Wanting to Buy Stuff after Seeing My Bank Account.”

Cannonball into the Knowledge Pool!

📝 The Cult of Done: More Motivation, Less Procrastination

Drowning in the chaos of your latest creative endeavor? 🌊

Discover the “Cult of Done Manifesto” by Bre Pettis and Kio Stark. Think of it as GPS for the lost souls in Creativeland.

🔑 Key Giggles: Everything is a draft, even this newsletter! So, every mistake? Just a plot twist.

🎥 See if you’d join this cult here.

📚 Becoming an Expert with Commonplace Books: Not Your Average Book Club

Dive into the world of commonplace books! It’s like a treasure chest but for thoughts. And no pirates.

🔑 Key Giggles: Want to impress at parties? Write. Stuff. Down. Your notebook will become the Dumbledore of wisdom.

🎥 Discover the magic here.

🛒 Achieving Minimalism: How My Wallet Became Heavier

How many times have you wanted to buy something just because? 🤑

Unravel the mystery of not spending your entire paycheck the day after you get it.

🔑 Key Giggles: Ever considered that shopping cart abandonment might be… intentional? (Your bank account thanks you.)

🎥 Learn how to window shop, not wallet drop here.

Cheers for joining me in the “Dirty-Thirties” of “3 Things I Learned Last Week”. I’ll keep being your weekly brain gym, and we’ll get those intellectual muscles flexin’!

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Here’s to a week overflowing with “Ah-ha!” moments and minimal “Uh-oh…” ones!

Keep it quirky,

~ Nathan 🚀

Hey, hey, Knowledge Junkie!

As you sip on that dangerously-close-to-being-cold cup of coffee, wondering how to procrastinate productively, may I interest you in the 29th Episode of “3 Things I Learned Last Week?” 🎉

I promise, it’s like the Netflix of newsletters, only smarter and with less commitment.

🧠 So You Wanna Be A Memory Wizard?

Ever feel like your brain is more of a sieve than a sponge? You’re reading, you’re “listening” (wink), but nothing sticks?

Yeah, been there.

Elizabeth Bjork calls this the “Generation effect.” It’s a fancy term for “you need to engage with what you’re learning, buddy!”

🔑 Key Takeaway: Stop passive learning; it’s like trying to diet by smelling cake. Tailor your study strategies to the test or challenge that awaits. Your future, slightly less confused self will thank you.

🎥 Feast your eyes on this brain buffet.

📱 Welcome to Your Digital Nightmare, Dorothy!

Feeling like your phone has turned into a black hole for your time?

Just can’t resist one more scroll, one more like, one more… oh snap, where did my day go?!

It’s not your fault; it’s designed to be your time-guzzling overlord.

🔑 Key Takeaway: The key to defeating the dark lords of distraction? Boundaries, baby! Make a pact with yourself to not just mindlessly scroll like a zombie looking for brains.

🎥 Watch how to kick your phone’s butt and take back your life.

🌱 The Pursuit of Absurdity, Or How To Stop Being a Happiness Grinch

Chasing happiness like it’s a golden ticket to Wonkaland?

Newsflash: It’s not. Real, earth-shattering happiness isn’t about what you can get.

It’s about appreciating what you already have, but probably overlook while you’re busy swiping right.

🔑 Key Takeaway: Stop waiting for the ‘next big thing’ to make you happy. Happiness isn’t a destination—it’s a way of traveling. Strap in and enjoy the ride.

🎥 Dive into how not to be a daily downer here.

And that’s the tasty morsel of wisdom I’m serving up for this week’s “3 Things I Learned Last Week.” Hungry for more? Click the link below to have this feast delivered to your inbox weekly.

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Until next week, may your life be as fulfilling as a perfectly timed dad joke.

Peace, Love, and Intellectual Curiosity,

~ Nathan 😎

Welcome to the 27th episode of “3 Things I Learned Last Week,” the newsletter that’s basically the Netflix binge-session of your professional development! 🎉

Hey there, superfan or innocent bystander who accidentally clicked on this email (either is fine, we don’t discriminate here)!

Grab a cup of your favorite brew, pull up a chair, and let’s dig in. Or, if you’re currently having a bathroom break, congrats on multitasking!

Today, I’ve got the sauce that you didn’t even know you were missing. We’re diving into three spicy nuggets from Ali Abdaal’s convo on The Colin and Samir Show. 🌶️

And what’s on the menu today? A three-course meal of:

1. Ali’s secret recipe to YouTube glory
2. The Oprah masterclass on public speaking (Ali edition)
3. How to Scale Your Content Biz without it blowing up in your face

🎬 Ali’s YouTube Success: Now with More Layers Than a Wedding Cake

Ali Abdaal isn’t just a YouTuber. He’s like the Gordon Ramsay of YouTube, minus the yelling and British accent. What’s his secret sauce? A layered approach focusing on delivering value, not just catchy titles and thumbnails. I mean, who needs clickbait when you’ve got substance?

Key Takeaways:

• Value is the new viral. Focus on that.
• Streamline your workflow by treating your videos like a salad—lots of ingredients, tossed together in a list format.

🎥 Watch Ali toss that salad — um, I mean advice — right here

🎤 Ali’s 101 Guide to Public Speaking: No Sweat, Just Swagger

Public speaking is a marathon, not a sprint. Or in other words, you’re not just popping up on stage and doing the Macarena hoping people clap. Ali says, microphones are your new best friend. They’re like autotune for your personality!

Key Takeaways:

• Confidence is a plant: water it daily.
• Get comfy. Your tools should feel like a second skin, or at least a pair of fuzzy slippers.

🎥 Become a public speaking Jedi, Ali-style

💼 Scaling Your Biz the Ali Way: More Yoda, Less Darth Vader

Ali drops knowledge bombs like he’s in a debate club championship. Lean and mean beats bloated and slow when it comes to team size. Plus, don’t just scale up, scale smart. And maybe think of email lists as your side-hustle soulmate.

Key Takeaways:

• Revenue first, everything else second. (Or third, if you count coffee.)
• Diversify like you’re building a fantasy football team.

🎥 Watch Ali score business touchdowns here

And there you have it, folks! If you don’t find these knowledge nuggets as tasty as I did, we might need to question your palate.

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Wishing you a week filled with plot twists, character development, and lots of caffeine!

Your captain of the S.S. Knowledge,

~ Nathan

P.S. TL;DR: This week is all about Ali Abdaal’s wisdom bombs on YouTube content creation, being the life of the Zoom party, and smartly scaling your business empire. Keep tuning in! 🎬🎤💼

Welcome to the 26th edition of “3 Things I Learned Last Week”! 🎉

Well, hello there, knowledge junkie! If you’re imagining me buried under a mountain of articles, YouTube videos, and some discarded coffee cups in my quest for the wisdom nuggets of the week… you wouldn’t be far off!

Alright, let’s pretend we’re on a comfy sofa with a ridiculously large latte, ready to share some wild discoveries. And hey, if any of these make you go “Wow, that’s mind-blowing!”, give it a share! Share the joy, the surprise, the “Huh, who knew?!”

On the menu this week:

1. The Dopamine Dilemma: Unraveling why we’re hooked on, well, everything.
2. Chasing Perfection? Think again: Words of wisdom from a brainy Yale dude.
3. Being Productive 101: Squeezing the juice out of every darn minute.

Let’s roll!

🔗 The Dopamine Dilemma: The Scroll Till You Drop Syndrome

Remember when the biggest entertainment dilemma was choosing between two TV channels?

Now, thanks to our BFF dopamine, we’re insatiable content-consuming monsters.

This video dives deep into our obsession with that “next” button, warning us about the dangers of the endless digital void.

Spoiler: The key? Some old-fashioned quiet time and good ol’ self-reflection.

🎥 Got FOMO? Watch this!

🎓 Chasing Perfection? Uh-oh!

Raise your hand if you’ve ever felt personally victimized by society’s perfection standards!

This enlightening video is like a reassuring pat on the back, reminding us that life isn’t about collecting medals or Insta likes.

It’s about being kind, and appreciating our beautifully messy journey. Remember: It’s okay to be a work in progress!

🎥 Seeking Perfection Rehab? Click here!

⏳ Maximizing Every. Single. Minute.

Imagine a world where you nail every task and still have time to binge-watch that series.

This video gives a crash course on achieving that magic balance. And here’s the twist: it’s not about doing more, but doing things right.

🎥 Ready for the magic? Dive in!

There ya have it! Another dose of “3 Things I Learned Last Week”. Hope these nuggets spice up your conversations, be it at the dinner table or on that annoying Zoom call.

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Wishing you a week as exciting as an unexpected plot twist!

Catch ya later,

~ Nathan 🚀