Mike Vardy

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The News and Your Attention: Engaging Without Being Consumed

Noticing, Awareness, Focus, and Concentration help you manage news consumption by filtering noise and staying engaged without distraction. Learn how to apply these Spheres of Attention, as introduced in The Productivity Diet, to stay informed without feeling overwhelmed.

Episode 596: Curiosity | PM Talks S2E3

In this episode of PM Talks, Patrick Rhone and I explore the tension between curiosity and judgment, discussing how trust plays a role in shaping our perspectives. We also dive into the power of journaling, social conditioning, and why curiosity is often the key to deeper understanding.

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Rediscovering My Musical Memory: A Journey Through Time and Sound

Music has a unique ability to transport us through time, evoking memories and emotions with just a single song. This post explores the science behind music-evoked autobiographical memory (MEAM) and offers practical tips for creating playlists that serve as personal memory portals.