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Lisa B (Lisa Bernstein) answers 7 questions

1. Why are you an author? As a sensitive person since childhood, I acutely felt my own emotions and dramas as well as those of my family and friends, and even strangers, plus the sensory stimulation of being alive. Growing up in a book-and music-filled household...

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Book Notes #21 – Be Useful

This is a helluva book. So much value packed into each page. I feel like Arnold Schwarzenegger wasn’t just motivating me but giving me practical tips on how to become the best version of myself. The book is well organized into seven thematic, instructional chapters...

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On nu metal fashion

On nu metal fashion

Got your hoodie ready for this one? Nu metal, a subgenre that was largely reviled in the 2000s, has made an unexpected comeback in fashion. The genre, known for its heavy guitar riffs, scream-filled choruses, and angsty lyrics, has recently gained popularity among a...

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7PS: Edibles 🌱

7PS: Edibles 🌱

Read time: 1 minute, 222 words.​I need an escape from Zen.
I’m making so much meditation music these days.
Will share soon.
So you can also enjoy the sound of one hand clapping.​-Kabir​​
Seven Point Sunday – January 28
Portfolio Career
Meet Miguel Esparaza. Marketing executive & sommelier. Learn how he leverages the wine world – refresh the mind, meet cool people.​
Productivity
Consider getting less mail. Switch to paperless bills, get off direct marketing lists, stop pre-approved offers, cut…

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Do you miss your Walkman?

Do you miss your Walkman?

Does anyone else miss their Walkman? Your smartphone has several limitations as a music player. Features like cameras and larger screens take precedence over delivering the best audio experience. Despite the popularity of Apple's iPod, it eventually lost ground to the...

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How I got to 0 meetings

How I got to 0 meetings

My calendar is completely blank. No meetings, no zooms, no nothing. I know that might seem hard to believe. But it’s true. I’ve experienced firsthand the rigors of the corporate calendar. I’ve worked in strategy and banking. I’ve also served on active duty in the...

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Book Notes #19: Zen in the Art of Archery

I read this book because I’ve heard a lot about it. I also read it because it’s short (~81 pages), and I was looking for a small read over the holidays. Why not something about zen? Zen In the Art of Archery By Eugen Herrigel Though this book is brief, it’s rich (and...

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