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Hi friends,
This is Kei and Kazuki from Glasp π
We are excited to start Day 2 of the 5 Day Reading Challenge πβ¨ Here are three good articles we choose, so when you finish reading any of them or any article you want, share it on Twitter with the hashtag, "#read5for5"! Let's read good articles together and connect with like-minded people π€
Today's Reading List π
(1) Systematic inventive thinking: the power of thinking inside the box by Anne-Laure Le Cunff (5 mins)
Origin of SIT: Systematic Inventive Thinking (SIT) stems from analyzing 200,000 patents, focusing on innovation within existing parameters, countering the traditional "think outside the box" mantra.
SIT's Approach: Utilizes five tools (Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Task Unification, Attribute Dependency) to innovate within constraints, enhancing creativity and solution efficiency.
Impact: SIT challenges conventional creativity norms, proving effective in various industries by fostering innovative solutions using existing resources and limitations.
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(2) How to figure out what you want out of life by Allie Volpe (7 mins)
Berrak Sarikaya's story illustrates the challenge of navigating personal desires versus societal and familial expectations, as she initially pursued a legal career due to pressure but eventually chose a path more aligned with her true interests.
Societal norms often dictate life milestones like education, career, and family, leading many to pursue paths that may not align with their intrinsic motivations, resulting in a lack of fulfillment and authenticity in life choices.
To achieve a more authentic and fulfilling life, it's important to engage in self-reflection, assessing personal values and motivations, and making decisions based on intrinsic desires rather than external pressures or societal norms.
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(3) Your attention span isn't dead β yet. These tips can help restore your ability to focus. by Rebecca Ruiz (6 mins)
Digital Distraction Challenge: The average attention span on screens has dropped to under a minute, highlighting widespread digital distractions, such as compulsive social media use and task interruptions for online activities.
Strategies for Improved Focus: Dr. Gloria Mark's book "Attention Span" proposes methods like visualizing future consequences of current distractions and creating 'negative space' or breaks in daily schedules, emphasizing well-being over productivity.
Personal Attention Rhythm: Mark suggests understanding one's own 'rhythm of attention' to optimize focus, recommending activities like tracking productivity trends to identify peak focus times and scheduling challenging tasks accordingly.
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