#holdthatthought — Public Fediverse posts
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Some reflections on craft and why we bother:
https://medium.com/@KimWitten/work-as-craft-8b29165247e4?sk=f29497f4655b350a9e1f20b377efa708
#writing #medium #craft #meaning #purpose #HoldThatThought #coaching
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Yesterday's newsletter was a deep one! About how we stop overthinking and start moving forward. Check it out here:
https://insight.witten.kim/posts/marching-backward-into-the-future
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This week's Hold That Thought newsletter is one of my top 10 faves, where I explore the meaning, manner and impact of craft on the brain. Just published, check it out here (and sign up so you don't miss the next one):
https://insight.witten.kim/posts/craft-on-the-mind
#holdthatThought #craft #craftivism #art #activism #overthinking #thinking #writing
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Part II of my selfless-improvement series, a short reflection on what's real: https://medium.com/@KimWitten/labels-give-access-lenses-give-way-f711f1a5ab3a?sk=9bf60a22d36bf303063db9756c305d68
#neurodiversity #neuroqueer #lensnotlabel #holdthatThought #awareness #medium #writing
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This week's Hold That Thought newsletter, features ideas from Adam Curtis, Dr. Nick Walker, Margaret Mead and more. This is one of my favourites:
From Autism in the Stone Age to our not-AI future…
https://insight.witten.kim/posts/the-only-thing-that-ever-has
#ai #hypernormalisation #autism #neuroqueer #everthingcrisis #holdthatThought #thoughts
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My next Hold That Thought newsletter "Anthem for the Apocalypse" is coming out tomorrow. Subscribe for my hot takes on the polycrisis, neurodivergence, managing anxiety and other ideas to turn overthinking into expert thinking…or just help us dealing with it all:
https://insight.witten.kim/posts/#neurodiversity #polycrisis #anxiety #overthinking #HoldThatThought
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hey there @mackuba thank you so much! i have to read the more detailed while at my PC. currently lyinig in bed. some sort of terrible physical malady has stricken me, and i'm not sure what to do about that. but many thanks sincerely as I do have 110% intentions of doing some research and the due diligence i suppose.
AND find time to learn enough about #Loop to look like I've used it for years, just like the guy facilitating the meeting!Meanwhile, i need either #defib or the shot that makes me wake up tomorrow and feel renewed.
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Here's what you missed in last week's Hold That Thought…
• The critical difference between habits and rituals
• How to show up when you don’t feel your best
• An unrushed and dogged perspective on time-un-optimization.
Words: 222
Reading time: about 90 seconds
Value: not rushing yourself => pricelesshttps://insight.witten.kim/posts/intention-attention-repetition
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If you struggle with motivation in any way, this one is for you.
Here's the critical insights you missed in this week’s Hold That Thought…
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Reading time: about 2 minutes
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@medium_blog Looks like this friend link issue is a Firefox problem/bug. I've reported it to #Medium support.
I was able to get the link from another browser and put it in my weekly newsletter. Feels like this Friend of Medium program is going to be a game-changer for me!
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It must be the season because the most clicked link in last week’s newsletter was the list of ‘gifts to future you’.
See what you missed in the latest Hold That Thought.
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I’m fully back from vacation! What did I miss?
Here’s what you missed last week from Hold That Thought headquarters:
A better way to find your values, new and perfectly cromulent additions to the dictionary (and why you should care about that), and illustrated perspectives on “imposter syndrome”, language pedantry, and more.
Words: 306
Reading time: ~1 minute
Value: A new perspective on things => pricelesshttps://insight.witten.kim/posts/they-re-coming-from-inside-the-house
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Last week's newsletter was about sticking with things, even when it’s boring, tough, or already been done. See what you missed…
Words: 227
Reading time: less than a minute
Value: getting more out of what you do => pricelesshttps://insight.witten.kim/posts/keep-going
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Here are the two questions I ask myself before I start the work:
What do I need to do to add structure and simplicity to the task ahead?
What can I do to support my mood and motivation as I do the work?
More on building structure and creating delight in last week’s Hold That Thought newsletter. See what you missed…
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What if you looked at your current challenge like a plumber? Or an architect? Or a hacker? Or a…
New perspectives and more in last week’s Hold That Thought newsletter. See what you missed…
Words: 231
Reading time: ~1 minute
Value: Reframing thinking itself => priceless#HoldThatThought
#overthinking
#summercamp2023
#HappyStartupSchoolhttps://insight.witten.kim/posts/overthinkers-vs-deep-thinkers
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• Reimagine your to-do list
• Learn the two types of checklist
• More on misunderstandingsAll in last week’s Hold That Thought…
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• Reading time: About 2-3 minutes
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How to talk to ducks, Paula Scher’s 10 rules of play, and a deep dive on the makings of great strategy.
See what you missed in last week’s Hold That Thought newsletter…
Words: 359
Reading time: About 2 minutes
Value: Better ways to go about all things => pricelesshttps://insight.witten.kim/posts/like-a-person-sized-duck-or-a-duck-like-person
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Last week I tried something new. Something I’ve never seen done before. I want to thank the many people who went with me on that exciting little adventure.
Find out what you missed (and get in on the next one) in this week’s Hold That Thought…
Words: 362
Reading time: About 2 minutes
Value: Seizing a great opportunity => priceless#HoldThatThought
#TimeManagement
#opportunities
#coaching
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I’m about to share a really good one, only available to that small audience of subscribers. If you want in on it, sign up here: https://lnkd.in/dshDVf6t
Again, Hold That Thought is full of value and totally free.
Lastly, going back to the original topic…what’s your top weakness and how do you work around it?
And let me know if I can help you puzzle that out!
#HoldThatThought #strengths #coaching
5/5
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Overthinking animals, concepts, choices and more in last week’s Hold That Thought…
Words: 374
Reading time: About 2 minutes
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Last week's newsletter was a fun one to make and share!
It includes 10 wins of awkward silence, productive procrastination, and the 2nd best productivity hack out there. Check out the latest Hold That Thought…
Words: 379
Reading time: ~2 minutes
Value: Winning even when you’re not sure what to say => pricelesshttps://insight.witten.kim/posts/the-second-best-productivity-hack
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#delegation
#headspace
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Saying no, keeping it simple, and finding peace in the rubble. All in this week’s Hold That Thought.
Words: 215
Reading time: About a minute
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Greetings, from Another Place!
My latest Hold That Thought newsletter was two weeks ago, because I was busy moving (from #Manchester to #Liverpool).
The links were good ones and I don't want you to miss out! So here you go. Inside you'll find:
- How to stop thinking terrible things about yourself
- Why you overexplain things
- Simple Wikipedia
- Creepy beach statues (and more)https://insight.witten.kim/posts/another-place
#HoldThatThought
#overthinking
#simplifying
#newsletter
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I was fairly pleased last week when I managed to hit Send at the time posted in the image below.
I don’t expect others to be as amused as I am by this. But if you like a bit of delight mixed in with helpful things, sign up for Hold That Thought.
Last week was all about bending time.
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Reading time: ~3 minutes
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Every week I share 3 useful things to help overwhelmed creatives turn overthinking into expert thinking.
And this week's Hold That Thought newsletter is a time-bender!
If you don't want to miss out on ways you can bend time to your will (plus some added fun), sign up in the next 30 minutes at https://witten.kim/subscribe
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THE guide to presenting well to stakeholders. Plus, the best practical list on psychological safety I've seen yet, and getting out of your own way.
All in the latest Hold That Thought newsletter.
Words: ~200
Reading time: 1 minute
Value: Getting on with things => priceless
See what you missed last week:
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Right now, we are 50.2% through the year.
Here's permission to ditch your goals, make a PACT instead, and get into flow.
All in the latest Hold That Thought newsletter. See what you missed last week right here.
Words: 375
Reading time: 3 minutes
Value: Feeling ok with where you're at => priceless
#HoldThatThought
#goals
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Today's question: What can't you can't with?
Make it make sense, surveys that are actually good, top strengths, and more in the latest Hold That Thought newsletter.
Words: 528
Reading time: ~3 minutes
Value: Finding your creative can-do groove => priceless
#HoldThatThought
#surveys
#creativity
#psychology
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Look closely, listen deeply, hold lightly.
Insights on how in the latest Hold That Thought newsletter.
Words: 344
Reading time: 2 minutes
Value: Using your own words and thoughts to get unstuck => pricelesshttps://insight.witten.kim/posts/sawubona-we-see-you
#HoldThatThought
#communication
#linguistics
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“How to stare at your phone without losing your soul” was hands (and phones!) down the most clicked link from last week’s Hold That Thought newsletter
And for good reason.
Find out for yourself:
https://insight.witten.kim/posts/did-i-summon-this-app-or-did-it-summon-me-sim
Words: 369
Reading time: 2 minutes
Value: Getting out of your own way and getting on with it => priceless#HoldThatThought
#procrastination
#perfectionism
#productivity
#coaching
#overthinking