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A cool tool can be any book, gadget, software, video, map, hardware, material, or website that is tried and true. All reviews on this site are written by readers who have actually used the tool and others like it. Items can be either old or new as long as they are wonderful. We post things we like and ignore the rest. Suggestions for tools much better than what is recommended here are always wanted.
Frostbeard Studio Literature-Inspired Candles. My wife calls these “Nerd Candles”. I’m always looking for ways to make the common a little more magical and lighting a candle that smells like a character/location in the book I’m reading adds a delightful little touch!
Family portrait Simpson-ized! This turned out to be the best family photo we’ve ever taken! Hand-drawn and absolutely perfect, even the dogs are an exact replica of our dogs Dash and Norah Bones.
Memento Mori coin. I got this from the Daily Stoic (ran by Ryan Holliday) and it’s a beautiful and small (easy to carry in your pocket) reminder to be present right now. That you could die right now and this could all be over. A great gratitude reminder.
DIGITAL
NYT Daily Crossword! I got hooked on these a few years ago and it’s been a part of my daily routine since. There is something gratifying about the little jingle it plays when you complete the crossword. It’s a great way to keep sharp, learn something new every day, and marvel at the creativity and innovation of the puzzle creators.
A Podcast for Coaches. Mark Butler is my “Yoda” in the coaching space and his podcast is a great resource for any coach, therapist, or even entrepreneur as Mark also was the CFO for the YNAB (You need a Budget) app. I love how he thinks and articulates his thoughts in an inspiring and humble way. Part business, part coaching, always entertaining.
INVISIBLE
Ever since hearing this quote by Jerzy Gregorek:
“Easy decision, hard life. Hard decision, easy life.”
I’ve been amazed at how applicable it is to almost any area of life. Tough conversation with a loved one or co-worker? Career Choice? Raising your children? It applies to all; if you choose the easy path you will ultimately be making your long-term life harder. If you choose the hard now, your life will be easier in the long run.
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