Quiet by Susan Cain

“Those hideout sessions tell us that, paradoxically, the best way to act out of character is to stay as true to yourself as you possibly can—starting by creating as many “restorative niches” as possible in your daily life.” “In a sense, McAdams has breathed new life into one of the great insights of Western mythology:… Continue reading Quiet by Susan Cain

Outer Order, Inner Calm by Gretchen Rubin

Our rooms shape our thoughts, and our possessions change our moods. It can be challenging to influence our thoughts and actions directly; by improving the state of our surroundings, we can improve our state of mind. Because our minds feed on the experience of our five senses, pleasing our senses raises our spirits. Thoughts That… Continue reading Outer Order, Inner Calm by Gretchen Rubin