2319: Ebb and Flow

Hey Friends,

Technical difficulties have led to the unorthodox post of "2319" but it falls in line with all the obstacles I faced this week.

Imagine navigating a maze that changes its paths every day. That's been my life this week, a dizzying dance of unpredictability in the post-Thanksgiving academic world. Gone are the days of my well-worn routine, replaced by a block scheduling system that feels like a Rubik's Cube, ever-shifting and challenging.

This week's classes have been "unpredictable", to say the least, especially compared to the routine we had before the Thanksgiving break. Before the break, we followed a typical "college/graduate" course schedule, but now we've switched to a block scheduling system. Adjusting to this new format takes time, and before you know it, the semester is over. For me, this transition has been challenging. I was accustomed to having the same classes from Monday through Friday, and my entire lifestyle was built around this routine. The sudden change in these last few weeks before the semester ends has been quite a jolt.

This "block-shock" became my unintended teacher. It pushed me to look beyond the academic rigors and revisit the neglected corners of my life. My hobbies - gaming, diving into podcasts, and just being with friends - had been collecting dust in the back of my mind. I realized that by ignoring these parts of myself, I wasn't just missing out on fun; I was stifling aspects of my personal growth. It's like ignoring the colors of a sunset; you might still see the light, but you miss out on the beauty.

I recently listened to an episode of the Andrew Huberman Lab podcast, featuring 'Dr. Adam Grant: How to Unlock Your Potential, Motivation & Unique Abilities.' Dr. Grant, a psychology professor at the University of Pennsylvania, shared insights from his research on procrastination and how it relates to unlocking our potential. His discussion was a timely reminder about the significance of maintaining balance in life.

Dr. Grant's perspective on procrastination was particularly striking. He suggested that procrastination isn't simply a result of laziness, but rather it takes a considerable amount of energy. Pointing out that “the peak of creativity often occurs in the middle of procrastination”. To support this, Dr. Grant described a study he conducted. In this study, participants were exposed to engaging YouTube videos while working on complex problems, a setup designed to test their creativity. The results were revealing: those who procrastinated moderately showed the highest levels of creativity, challenging conventional views on procrastination and productivity.

Until Next Week,

ZDD

Song of the week:

• Roll Dice - Roddy Ricch

Scripture of the week:

• Philippians 4:13
  • "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

The Mantra of the week:

• "Embrace the unpredictable, grow through change."

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