I still remember the day I realized that my smart home devices were watching me, tracking my every move, and selling my data to the highest bidder. It was a […]
A Home Cook’s Guide to Mastering Basic Knife Skills
I still remember the first time I tried to chop an onion for a recipe – it was a disaster. I had no idea how to hold the knife, let […]
Why Is This So Hard? a Realistic Guide on How to Make Friends as an Adult
I still remember the day I found myself scrolling through social media, feeling like I was stuck in a never-ending cycle of _small talk_ with acquaintances, but longing for something […]
Mindfulness for Anxiety: Simple Practices to Calm a Worried Mind
I still remember the day I hit rock bottom, overwhelmed by the pressures of academic research and struggling to manage my own mindfulness for anxiety. The constant barrage of trendy […]
My Month With a Brick: the Surprising Benefits of a “dumb Phone”
I still remember the day I decided to ditch my smartphone for a dumb phone – it was like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders. The constant stream […]
Humane Design Principles: Building Tech That Respects Our Attention
I still remember the first time I encountered the term humane design principles in a meeting with our tech corporation’s marketing team. They were pitching a new smart home device, […]
How to Honor Your Past Without Drowning in It: Overcoming Sentimental Clutter
As I sat amidst the chaos of my grandmother’s attic, surrounded by dusty trinkets and faded photographs, I realized that overcoming sentimental clutter isn’t just about getting rid of stuff […]
10 Actionable Steps on How to Protect Your Online Privacy Today
I still remember the day I realized my smart home devices were spying on me. I had designed these gadgets to make life easier, but it turned out they were […]
Why You Need to Screw Up More: the Real Benefits of Making Mistakes
I still remember the smell of grease and gasoline in my dad’s old garage, where I spent countless hours learning to restore my first motorcycle. It was there, surrounded by […]
The Telltale Signs: Are You Stressed or Are You Experiencing Burnout?
I still remember the day I realized I was experiencing signs you’re experiencing burnout – the exhaustion, the lack of motivation, the feeling of being completely drained. It wasn’t just […]