by Jamie Miles | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles & Guides
At a glance Based on the question: Is there a sane way to decide what to keep, cut, and delegate when I’m burnt out and everything feels like too much? By mapping your life into a simple Energy/Money matrix, you can see which habits and tasks to protect, prioritise,...
by Jamie Miles | Jan 28, 2026 | True Stories & Reflections
It was January 7th, 2026 and I’d already dialled 999. The morning had brought an unnatural cold. The streets were iced and London was taken by surprise. I rushed out, eager to swing into the New Year. I had big plans for 2026, but I didn’t expect to be greeted by...
by Jamie Miles | Jun 26, 2022 | True Stories & Reflections
Note: the names have been changed for the sake of privacy. This story is about Marcus Brown, but first, I need to tell you about coffee shops. The next time you visit a coffee shop lay on the ground. Don’t offer any explanation. Just lay there for a solid 30-seconds,...
by Jamie Miles | Jun 22, 2022 | Articles & Guides
At a glance Based on the reader question: Is there a way to get through the more miserable tasks on my to-do list? – Tom, France By using Temptation Bundling, motivate yourself to get through the tasks you should be doing — but aren’t. The technique combines a task...
by Jamie Miles | Jun 8, 2022 | Articles & Guides
At a glance The importance of using self-control to reign in our impulses is often overstated. Pop psychology has spread this myth by misinterpreting The Marshmallow Test. We’ll debunk The Marshmallow Test by using new research to show how impulse control is...
