Fewer Things Better
Life is noisy, but your brain doesn't have to be. This quick weekly conversation offers smart, simple ways to retrain your brain to hack your productivity and communicate better. Brain-science-meets-word-nerd host Kristin Graham offers shortcuts on how to navigate our cluttered digital world so you can spend more time enjoying life offline. She's done the research and tried-the-things, so you get the headlines and hacks without all the homework.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 9 minutes
- Episodes
- 175
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Ep. 115 - Loss, Transition, Nostalgia & Bigger Mental Maps
In this episode, we explore the intricacies of loss and the path towards transitioning into new chapters. Whether the loss is a personal one or a major shift in your career…
Ep. 114 - The (Brain) Science of Courage & 2 Questions to Ask Yourself
In this episode we are going to explore the power of words and the courage it takes to ask the (sometimes) hard questions. Whether you are going on the path of self inquiry…
Ep. 113 - Productivity Partners: Next Next & a Plus 1
In this episode, we explore the power of partnerships for boosting productivity. Whether for personal or professional goals, finding ways to have an accountability partner…
Ep. 112- The Story of You: Show vs. Tell
Where is that fine line between being open and oversharing? Whether it is in the workplace or in a personal relationship let's jump in and explore how to be authentic with…
Ep. 111 - The Practice of Patience (+ the Brain Science Behind It)
This episode takes a closer look at patience and how we can blend a little bit more of it into our daily lives. Patience can be a tool for growth and progress in both perso…
Ep. 110 - 1 Decision That Removes 100
The past few episodes have centered on decisions and their impact on us. This episode focuses on how one decision can act as a catalyst towards simplicity in our lives and …
Ep. 109 - Where Are You Due for an Upgrade?
Sometimes even the act of thinking about change can stop us from making the day-to-day decisions in our lives. This episode looks at when and why we might resist the switch…
Ep.108 - A Recipe for Results: Goals + Actions = Decisions
How often do your "have to" and "want to" items end up moving from one list to the next, or are replaced by a new, urgent thing, or are subconsciously just avoided?
When it …
Ep. 107- Giving & Receiving (Part 2): Updating Your Menu
This episode continues the conversation from Episode 106 about exploring your own comfort with giving and receiving. In this episode, we look further at the layers of what …
Ep. 106 - Giving & Receiving: What's On Your Menu?
In the busy buzz of everyday life, we can lose sight of what it is that we actually want. In this episode, we take a closer look at how we can better receive and how spendi…
Ep. 105 - Quick Conversation Starters & Exits
In this episode, we explore strategies we can use to start (and sometimes end) conversations with confidence and grace. Join the conversation as we break the ice and unlock…
Ep. 104 - The Superpower Science of Math & Money
Money (and time) both have a compounding nature - and when we apply this idea in our lives, it can greatly affect not only our finances and our goals. This episode offers i…
Ep. 103 - To Succeed, Fail Often & Gain Grit
In a world that often praises success and masks the reality of failure, let's pay attention to the messy, imperfect, yet profoundly human experiences that shape who we are…
Ep. 102 - The Science of Sex & Pleasure
This episode looks at the science behind sex and the physiology of pleasure. With input from the fields of biology, psychology, and sociology, we'll discuss components of …
Ep. 101 - The Highlight Episode, Part 2: Excuses, Words & Time
Welcome back to part 2 of our 100th episode recap! We highlight key themes from the last two years and recap small steps to help optimize your time and energy. Join us as w…
Ep. 100 - The Highlight Episode, Part 1: Fatigue, Fun & Distraction
We're marking 100 episodes with a special highlight compilation with key themes on time management, energy management, and common distractions. Whether you’re new to this …
Ep. 99 - Reclaiming Realistic Rest
Whether you're yearning for a moment of rest among daily to-do's or seeking a more mindful way of being, this episode outlines seven elements that contribute to deeper rest…
Ep. 98 - The Power (& Science) of Fun, Joy, and Play
This episode highlights the many benefits of a regular routine of fun. Not only does it lighten stress in the buzz of busy days, but research has also shown there are tangi…
Ep. 97 - The Science (& Skills) of Forgiveness
No one gets through life without mistakes. The tally of those mistakes doesn’t create your character; that comes from how you recognize the mistakes you made and release th…
Ep. 96 - Move On to Move Forward: Taking the Right Risks
Taking risks can be both terrifying and exhilarating. Our brain works to keep us safe while evaluating our goals, dreams, and desires. Whether you are thinking about a majo…