This week’s must-reads: Planning Ahead Is the Key to Living With More Spontaneity

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!

Planning Ahead Is the Key to Living With More Spontaneity (NirAndFar) It may seem counterintuitive, but spontaneity often can’t happen without a bit of advanced planning.

One Question to Help You Get More Done [AUDIO] (Podcast)
Struggling to stay focused? Knowing which external triggers serve you — and which ones don’t — can help you get back on track.

Why some teams boost motivation while others totally sap it (PSYCHE) Research analysis found that teamwork does not have a motivating or demotivating effect per se.

Stressful News Cycle Tips: 13 Ways to Protect Your Mental Health (Self) It’s no secret that being plugged into the news can also be tough on your mental health.

Is Your Brain Foggy? Here Are Five Ways to Clear It (Greater Good) Studies are finding that isolation, stress, and uncertainty can cause forgetfulness and disorganization. Here’s what to do about it.

Managing a Polarized Workforce (Harvard Business Review) One of the toughest challenges leaders face is managing diverse perspectives and that’s more difficult today than ever before.

Happy reading!

- Nir