As we discuss the role and purpose of technology in our lives, we often come to the topic of information technology addiction. I should note that I think using the terms addiction and detox to describe our relationship and use of technology is very problematic. Digital detox refers to taking time off from your computer,…
In an earlier post, I discussed the concept of first principles thinking and the value of learning something new or teaching it to someone else. Traditional models of learning focus on time and linear growth over time, or a stepped process in which your thinking quickly advances when you “get it.” Threshold Concepts suggest that…
I have been spending some time researching leadership to better understand the qualities and interactions that go into creating a worthwhile leader. The reason for this is that I am an ideas person and can come up with worthwhile projects and initiatives to advance the field and systems. I can work with people to get…
The life of the dead is placed in the memory of the living. – Marcus Tullius Cicero As the world becomes increasingly digitized, and online social networks keep us bound to each other, it’s interesting to view the digital residue that we leave behind. This could be instances where a celebrity passes and citizens of…
How do you hit reset and go back to zero? How do you ignore sunk costs and pivot to something new? This could be starting up a new job, ending a relationship, or using a new notetaking app. This is often a challenge as you are hamstrung as you seek to “make the most” of spent…
Twitter is a communication tool that allows for open collaboration to aid in teaching, learning, and socializing online. Get Started To get started with Twitter, first, get an account. All you need is an email address and an idea for your Twitter handle (username). Choose something that relates to your interests, passion, superpower, or just…
What are the stories I tell myself that interfere with self-love? Self-care is the way in which we care for our mental, emotional, and physical health. Practicing self-care is a proactive way that we can show ourselves self-love and to help us be our best. Self-care means knowing and understanding all aspects of ourselves. It…
At the start of the new year, my partner turned to me during dinner and casually changed the topic from the discussion about school work for the children. From her demeanor and tone, I knew that this was something far from casual and that she had been wrestling with something for some time. “I’m thinking…
As we enter the marketplace or build up a digital identity that is representative of our skills, we upload our resume/CV. We can use badges/credentials to signify growth/learning. We can use networks, like LinkedIn to express our values and have others review/vet them. One of the challenges in this is that when we look for…
We have an unhealthy obsession with tools. When we have a problem, we immediately try to find a tool to solve it. Even worse, as we identify new tools we identify (or develop) a problem that it needs to solve. You hear this when someone learns about a new tool through a friend, or hears…