Dr Boardman - This piece is such an important reminder, especially in a culture often obsessed with outcomes over process. As a therapist myself, I’ve seen time and again how reflection becomes a turning point for real change. Your framing of “energy as intelligence” and progress as psychological fuel makes a lot of sense. I often remind people, and myself, that imperfect progress isn’t a detour or "the problem" it’s the path itself. Thank you for translating the science of wellbeing into something profoundly human and actionable.
Funny timing: I just published a piece about how owning your actions is the key to owning your life. Progress really is everything. Those tiny steps can add up to a huge impact, whether we notice it or not. I especially loved your second strategy, “Practice Strategic Subtraction.” I call it “Via Negativa” and it’s honestly a game-changer. Thanks for sharing this!
“Their own experience” is so spot on Michael. Too many people are suffering from FOMO, looking to the experiences of others to set their goals rather than gathering their own insights. Success is unique to each of us and each step should be celebrated, reflected on and used to propel us forward.
Thank you.
Such good info! Thank you.
Dr Boardman - This piece is such an important reminder, especially in a culture often obsessed with outcomes over process. As a therapist myself, I’ve seen time and again how reflection becomes a turning point for real change. Your framing of “energy as intelligence” and progress as psychological fuel makes a lot of sense. I often remind people, and myself, that imperfect progress isn’t a detour or "the problem" it’s the path itself. Thank you for translating the science of wellbeing into something profoundly human and actionable.
Love your perspective - thanks for the kind note :)
Funny timing: I just published a piece about how owning your actions is the key to owning your life. Progress really is everything. Those tiny steps can add up to a huge impact, whether we notice it or not. I especially loved your second strategy, “Practice Strategic Subtraction.” I call it “Via Negativa” and it’s honestly a game-changer. Thanks for sharing this!
Wonderful. Thank you!
“Their own experience” is so spot on Michael. Too many people are suffering from FOMO, looking to the experiences of others to set their goals rather than gathering their own insights. Success is unique to each of us and each step should be celebrated, reflected on and used to propel us forward.