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Fewer Things Better

Kristin Graham

192 episodes

2 days ago

We'd love to hear from you! Looking for simple, science-backed ways to think more clearly and move through your day with less friction? This episode brings together 10 of the most-revisited tools from the Fewer Things Better archive, offering practical strategies for focus, follow-through, energy, and decision-making. Each tool is designed to work in real life—no complicated systems required. Whether you’re new to the podcast or returning for a refresher, this episode offers a smart starting ...

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We'd love to hear from you! Looking for simple, science-backed ways to think more clearly and move through your day with less friction? This episode brings together 10 of the most-revisited tools from the Fewer Things Better archive, offering practical strategies for focus, follow-through, energy, and decision-making. Each tool is designed to work in real life—no complicated systems required. Whether you’re new to the podcast or returning for a refresher, this episode offers a smart starting ...

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Episodes (20/192)

Fewer Things Better

Ep 191 - Three Ways to Calm Your Overwhelmed Brain

We'd love to hear from you! Our brains do a lot of heavy lifting every single day. During periods of change (a new season, a new year, or just life), it’s common to feel overwhelmed. This episode revisits three simple, science-backed ways to reset when your brain feels stuck, fried, or overloaded and explores: Why decision fatigue drains your cognitive energy faster than you realizeHow ridiculously small steps can restart momentumWhy borrowing energy (also known as body doubling) works ...

4 days ago

8 minutes

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Ep. 190 - The Neuroscience of Giving | Gifts That Cost Little & Mean a Lot

We'd love to hear from you! We spend so much time searching for the perfect gift - the right item, the right price point, the right delivery window. But what if the most meaningful gifts aren’t found in a store at all? This episode explores why time, kindness, words, and support often matter more than anything money can buy. Through a brain-science lens, we look at how these everyday, no-cost gifts ease mental load, strengthen connection, and create impact that lasts far beyond the moment.&nb...

1 week ago

7 minutes

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Ep. 189 - The (Brain) Chemistry of Feeling Good: 3 Happy Hormones

We'd love to hear from you! What if those feel-good moments with in life are also doing real, measurable work inside your brain? In this episode, we break down the brain chemicals behind feeling good—dopamine, serotonin, endorphins, and oxytocin—and how everyday experiences help recalibrate your nervous system. Discover simple ways to spark these feel-good systems and create more steady, sustainable joy in your daily routine.

2 weeks ago

8 minutes

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Ep. 188 - Sleep vs. Fatigue: The Brain Science of Two Very Different Exhaustions

We'd love to hear from you! We often lump every kind of exhaustion into being “tired,” but the brain doesn’t see it that way. This episode unpacks the difference between the body needing sleep and the whole system needing recovery — and why those two states feel so different. You’ll hear how late-night habits can work against us, and what it means when even long nights of sleep don’t bring relief. Most importantly, you’ll walk away with simple, science-backed ways to restore both ...

3 weeks ago

12 minutes

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Ep. 187- 4 Ways To Reclaim Your Focus in the Next 4 Weeks

We'd love to hear from you! When life speeds up, our focus is usually the first thing to slip through the cracks. In this episode, we talk about why our brains feel so overloaded this time of year—and how a few small, intentional shifts can change the next four weeks in a meaningful way. This is a gentle, practical roadmap for finding lightness, clarity, and a steadier pace in the weeks ahead. If you’ve been carrying a lot lately, this episode offers a reset you can actually feel....

1 month ago

10 minutes

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Ep. 186 - Why Personal Notes Still Matter (+ What They Do to the Brain)

We'd love to hear from you! In a world built for speed, the smallest slow moments often matter the most. In this episode, we explore the brain science behind surprise, delight, and why personalized effort boosts connection, dopamine, and emotional well-being. You’ll learn how small, intentional gestures can cut through digital noise—especially during busy seasons—and create lasting impact. This is your micro-nudge to pause, reach out, and let a little intentional kindness travel f...

1 month ago

8 minutes

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Ep. 185 – Time Matters, Part 4 | Real-Life Toolkit: 4 Science-Backed Ways to Maximize Your Minutes

We'd love to hear from you! In this final episode of our Time Matters series, we’re bringing together four simple, science-backed tools that help you make the most of the minutes you have. These practices—your Key Three, Ridiculously Small Steps, the 10-Minute Kickstart, and the Two-Minute Rule—create focus and movement even when life doesn’t go as planned. We’ll explore how time can stretch or tighten depending on the story we tell ourselves, and how a small shift in how you value time...

1 month ago

13 minutes

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Ep. 184 - Time Matters, Part 3 | The Economics of Time & How to Stop Donating Yours

We'd love to hear from you! We often treat our time like an unlimited resource: available, affordable, and always open for others. But constantly giving without re-calibrating comes at a real cognitive and emotional cost. This third episode in the four-part Time Matters series explores how our brains confuse constant helpfulness with connection, why setting limits can feel uncomfortable, and how to confidently restructure your “operating hours” so your time and energy reflect their true value...

1 month ago

10 minutes

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Ep. 183 - Time Matters, Part 2: The Myth of Catching Up (& Why We Always Feel Behind)

We'd love to hear from you! This episode explores the feeling of always being “behind” and chasing the finish line of being “caught up." What happens when we slow down long enough to look at why we feel so rushed, what that pace is costing us, and how to reclaim small moments of presence in the middle of real life? We’ll go over a few simple strategies to help start experiencing more of the day you’re actually in.

2 months ago

8 minutes

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Ep. 182 - Time Matters, Part 1: The Psychology of Being Always Early (or Always Late)

We'd love to hear from you! Why are some people often early while others are usually late? In this episode, we explore what your time habits reveal about your brain and the deeper relationship with time. Plus, why time always seems to slip away, never feel fully caught up, and how our brains shape the way we experience it. Because time isn’t just something we track, it’s something we feel.

2 months ago

9 minutes

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Ep. 181 - In Good Company: The Science of Solitude

We'd love to hear from you! Your brain loves patterns — but it also thrives on novelty and space to reset. In this episode, we unpack how time alone or stepping into a new environment can shift your perspective, restore focus, and rewire your thinking. In this episode, we explore the brain science behind solitude — why time alone isn’t about isolation, but restoration. You’ll learn how quiet moments help your brain recharge, improve focus, and reset your emotional balance. Whether it’s ...

2 months ago

8 minutes

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Ep. 180 - Why Messy Is the Best Medicine for Perfectionism and Procrastination

We'd love to hear from you! You only do something for the first time once. Every expert was once a beginner who was willing to step into the unknown and learn through the messy middle. In this episode, we’re talking about why waiting for “perfect” only keeps us stuck and how progress always begins with willingness, not perfection. Whether it’s a new habit, a creative project, or a goal you’ve been putting off, this is your reminder that messy starts still count—and that momentum is built one ...

2 months ago

7 minutes

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Ep. 179 - The Productivity Countdown: 7 Trusted Tips for Focus & Habits

We'd love to hear from you! Struggling to stay focused or stick with your habits? In this episode, I’m bringing back 7 of the most trusted lessons from past conversations. They’re simple, steady shifts you can return to when you feel distracted, scattered, or off course. Consider this your curated guide to what really works—the reminders that stand the test of time when it comes to focus and habits. Simple, actionable, and designed to help you get more done without burning out.&nb...

2 months ago

8 minutes

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Ep. 178 - Sorry Not Sorry: The Brain Science of Apologizing Too Much

We'd love to hear from you! Why do we say “sorry” so often — even when there’s nothing to apologize for? In this episode, we dig into the psychology, neuroscience, and social conditioning behind our habit of over-apologizing. From the “likability penalty” to the way our brains wire habits in the limbic system, you’ll hear why “sorry” slips out so reflexively — and how to retrain your words so they carry more power.

3 months ago

8 minutes

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Ep. 177 - Pick Your Hard: The Brain Science of Doing the Uncomfortable

We'd love to hear from you! The path we want isn’t always the easiest one. Our brains are wired to seek comfort and avoid risk. It’s a survival instinct—but it also keeps us stuck. Growth often asks us to lean into what feels uncomfortable—whether that’s having a hard conversation, starting something new, or pushing through resistance. In this episode, we’ll talk about why discomfort is often a sign of progress, not a signal to stop. Show Notes: Episode 171: https://www.buzzsprout.com/...

3 months ago

10 minutes

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Ep. 176 - Where the Wi-Fi Ends: Finding Calm in a Noisy World

We'd love to hear from you! Sometimes the best medicine for a tired mind isn’t found in doing more—it’s found in stepping outside. In a world where almost everything asks us to plug in, true restoration often comes from stepping away. In this episode, we’ll talk about how calm, clarity, and renewal aren’t hidden in another app or screen—they’re just a few steps away. Whether it’s a walk outside, stillness without distraction, or a moment of quiet, discover how simple shifts can recharge...

3 months ago

8 minutes

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Ep. 175 - The Brain Science of Memory: 4 Tips to Help You Remember More

We'd love to hear from you! Our brains were never meant to hold on to everything. Forgetting isn’t a flaw—it’s how we make space for focus, creativity, and clarity. The challenge isn’t remembering it all, it’s remembering what matters. Think of it as lightening the mental load while keeping the essentials close at hand. In this episode, we’ll explore why it’s normal (and even helpful) to forget, plus share practical tips and simple tricks you can use when you do need to remember something imp...

3 months ago

8 minutes

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Ep. 174- Three Ways to Help an Overwhelmed Brain (Replay)

We'd love to hear from you! Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. This replay episode is packed with simple, practical ways to give your busy brain some breathing room. Whether you’re juggling too many mental tabs, wrestling with indecision, or just feeling stretched thin, these bite-sized tips will help you refocus, take ridiculously small steps forward, and find your footing again. Fall can feel like a fresh start—but it can also feel like a hectic one. Let’s make it manageable.

4 months ago

9 minutes

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Ep. 173 - AI and the Human Sweet Spot: Where to Save Time—And Where Not To

We'd love to hear from you! AI and technology can supercharge our productivity and open doors we never imagined—but they can’t replace curiosity, creativity, or the irreplaceable spark of being human. In this episode, we explore how to use tech as a tool rather than a crutch, why it’s vital to keep thinking for ourselves, and how real-life experiences give our ideas depth and meaning that no algorithm can replicate. Because the best ideas still come from real moments, real conversations...

4 months ago

8 minutes

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Ep. 172 - The Hidden Cost of Holding On: The Less We Own, the More We Have

We'd love to hear from you! What if our overflowing closets, packed garages, and cluttered desktops are quietly costing us more than we realize? In this episode, we explore how “owning it all” can actually drain our energy, scatter our focus, and weigh us down emotionally — and why clearing space can feel like a deep breath for your brain. Discover why letting go is so hard (hint: it’s not just laziness), how to work with your brain instead of against it, and simple ways to start small, witho...

4 months ago

9 minutes