Rx Note

Introduction Essentialism , written by Greg McKeown, is about the disciplined pursuit of less but better. It is not about simply getting more done in less time, but rather about ensuring you are only getting the right things done. This philosophy provides a systematic approach for discerning what is absolutely essential, eliminating everything that is not, and thereby maximizing your contribution of time and energy toward the things that truly matter. The Essentialist The way of the Essentialist is the relentless pursuit of less but better. There are far more activities and opportunities in the world than we have the time and resources to invest in. Although many of them may be good, or even very good, the fact is that most are trivial and few are vital. The way of the Essentialist involves learning to tell the difference - learning to filter through all those options and selecting only those that are truly essential. The basic value proposition of Essentialism is this: only once you ...

Introduction As I notice white hairs growing on my head, I am reminded that I am no longer as young as I used to be. Time seems to be slipping away and I am running out of it. Sleep is Luxury Once I started working, I began to appreciate the luxury of having an afternoon nap or sleeping from night till mid-afternoon. It is funny how I used to resent my mother for asking me to sleep early when I was young, but now I understand. Every weekday, we wake up robotically in the early morning, work until five, and by the time we are finally free, it is already nearing bedtime. Despite being encouraged to walk at least ten thousand steps a day, we often struggle to meet this modest target outside of office hours. We know that sleeping late burdens our bodies, but we long for some "me-time" to unwind. Taking A Step Backward To lead a comfortable and fulfilling life, we “sell” our precious time in exchange for money. We work jobs that we may not always enjoy, but that pay us enough to ...

Introduction Sleep is one of the most important but often neglected aspects of our daily lives. Many adults often sacrifice their sleep time when they feel busy, believing that limiting their sleep hours outweighs the costs. However, sleep is essential for brain function, physical health and emotional well-being. Recommended Hours The recommended amount of sleep varies depending on age. Age Group Should Sleep Newborns younger than 4 months Sleep patterns vary widely. Babies 4 months to 1 year old 12 to 16 hours per day. Children 1 to 2 years old 11 to 14 hours per day. Children 3 to 5 years old 10 to 13 hours per day. Children 6 to 12 years old 9 to 12 hours per day. Teens 13 to 18 years old 8 to 10 hours per day. Adults 7 to 9 hours per night. Health Benefits Physical Health In children and teens, sleep helps support growth and development because th...