Rush Hour Reactions

Suzanne DaileyBlog, Reflect Better, Teach Happier

TL;DR: Feeling rushed and hurried can lead to our worst versions, affecting our decisions and behavior negatively. Princeton University’s experiment shows that having more time allows for more rational and kind decisions, while rushing narrows our cognitive map. We can train our brain to notice when we’re rushed and take a 2-degree shift in thought to slow down, focus on … Read More

Rush Hour Reactions

Suzanne DaileyTeach Happier Podcast

In this episode, we examine a study about the way decisions are made when we feel rushed and how we can slow down to focus on the important things when we are in that “high hurry” state.   MORE EPISODES

Fail Happier

Suzanne DaileyTeach Happier Podcast

In this episode, we consider using Arthur Brooks’ idea of a failure journal to reframe some of the disappointments we’ve experienced in our personal or professional lives. MORE EPISODES

WOOP It Up This Year!

Suzanne DaileyBlog, Manage Better, Reflect Better, Self Care Better, Teach Happier

TL;DR: The post discusses the WOOP goal-setting strategy as a way to transition from a summer state of rest and relaxation to a productive school year. WOOP stands for Wish, Outcome, Obstacle, and Plan. It’s designed to help individuals set and achieve challenging yet feasible goals. The author’s personal example involves planning deliberate rest during the school year to maintain … Read More