Start sloppy

Trying to perform to a high standard when you're down can leave you so drained that you don't have the energy to process whatever is bothering you.

Try to do only half or two-thirds of your usual work. It can prevent you from feeling overwhelmed and procrastinating...

... instead of task management.

Task management is more effective than time management because these tasks come with clear limits which make them easier to manage. You know when you’ve started work on a project -- and you know when you’ve completed the job. It’s o...

When we improve in a skill, our mindset will start to shift from play to performance. Rebuilding confidence requires you to relive that initial play mindset.

• Make failures painless. Your first practice should have zero consequences. Do warm-up exercises for low stake...