This week’s must-reads: A Morning Brain Dump Helps You Stay On Track

In my work as a behavioral designer, I come across important stories on how psychology influences our behavior. Every week, I share my round-up of the most important stories at the intersection of psychology, technology, and business. I hope you enjoy them!

How a Morning Brain Dump Helps You Stay on Track All Day (NirAndFar) Even when something is weighing on your mind, taking a minute to write it out can help you get the most out of your day.

How to Make Sure Working From Home Doesn’t Mean You’re Always Working [AUDIO] (Podcast)
With more of us working from. home, we have to learn to confine our work to working hours.

Does Social Media Make Teens Unhappy? It May Depend on Their Age. (The New York Times) A large study in Britain found two specific windows of adolescence when some teenagers are most sensitive to social media.

The Myth That Most Americans Hate Their Job (The Atlantic) Resignations are rising because people are seeing more job listings, not because they’re feeling more Marxist.

Why community matters so much — and how to find yours (Vox) A community can serve as a social safety net, but finding one and becoming a part of it is different from simply making friends.

Choose Enjoyment Over Pleasure (The Atlantic) Pleasure is addictive and animal; enjoyment is elective and human.

Happy reading!

- Nir