Essays on productivity, technology, and living well.https://samholstein.com/en-ushttps://samholstein.com/ai-will-transform-the-economy-but-the-safety-net-isnt-ready/https://samholstein.com/ai-will-transform-the-economy-but-the-safety-net-isnt-ready/AI will cure diseases and end drudge work, but the transition is going to hurtThu, 02 Apr 2026 15:34:17 GMTAITechnologyPoliticsEconomyhttps://samholstein.com/even-a-single-ai-chat-makes-people-less-willing-to-apologize-says-new-study/https://samholstein.com/even-a-single-ai-chat-makes-people-less-willing-to-apologize-says-new-study/A study of 2,400 people confirms what I found out the hard wayThu, 02 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMTAIPsychologyTechnologyhttps://samholstein.com/on-writing-stories-with-machines/https://samholstein.com/on-writing-stories-with-machines/Notes from an AI engineer and former full-time writerTue, 17 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMTAIWritinghttps://samholstein.com/using-ai-chat-for-personal-support-is-dangerous/https://samholstein.com/using-ai-chat-for-personal-support-is-dangerous/Why your personal support should come from books, people, or anywhere other than a chat threadThu, 02 Oct 2025 15:59:13 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-build-a-custom-website-with-ai-no-coding-required/https://samholstein.com/how-to-build-a-custom-website-with-ai-no-coding-required/Turn your ideas into a website without writing a single line of code (by letting AI do it for you)Fri, 26 Sep 2025 09:45:41 GMThttps://samholstein.com/breaking-free-from-the-cult-of-productivity-tools/https://samholstein.com/breaking-free-from-the-cult-of-productivity-tools/How dashboards can distract you from real workWed, 21 Aug 2024 15:01:24 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-ai-is-transforming-the-future-of-copywriting/https://samholstein.com/how-ai-is-transforming-the-future-of-copywriting/Most writers misunderstand how AI will affect their careersSat, 10 Aug 2024 19:01:32 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-hidden-costs-of-hobbies-and-side-projects/https://samholstein.com/the-hidden-costs-of-hobbies-and-side-projects/How your hobbies and projects may be keeping you from achieving your dreamsFri, 26 Jul 2024 14:08:07 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-you-need-less-stuff-than-you-think-to-be-happy/https://samholstein.com/why-you-need-less-stuff-than-you-think-to-be-happy/“When you are discontent, you always want more, more, more. Your desire can never be satisfied. But when you practice contentment, you can…Thu, 20 Jun 2024 17:55:10 GMThttps://samholstein.com/i-deleted-my-social-media-over-five-years-ago/https://samholstein.com/i-deleted-my-social-media-over-five-years-ago/Destroying my accounts was one of the best decisions I’ve ever madeFri, 14 Jun 2024 17:46:16 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-building-an-online-business-full-time-might-make-you-miserable/https://samholstein.com/why-building-an-online-business-full-time-might-make-you-miserable/And how getting a regular job could make you happier than you ever thought possibleFri, 14 Jun 2024 15:00:27 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-wake-up-bright-and-early-every-day-without-feeling-exhausted/https://samholstein.com/how-to-wake-up-bright-and-early-every-day-without-feeling-exhausted/You can wake up early for your morning routine without an alarm clockWed, 27 Dec 2023 20:35:15 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-social-media-gaslights-you-into-ruining-your-mental-health/https://samholstein.com/how-social-media-gaslights-you-into-ruining-your-mental-health/Social media tricks you into thinking it’s helping you cope when it’s actually what’s causing your problemsTue, 16 May 2023 09:01:49 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-quitting-professional-blogging-radically-improved-my-life/https://samholstein.com/how-quitting-professional-blogging-radically-improved-my-life/Running my own passive income online business was my fondest dream for my entire life. I mean my entire life — I remember being in second…Sun, 14 May 2023 13:17:19 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-seeing-the-world-without-bias-can-help-you-succeed-in-business-and-life/https://samholstein.com/how-seeing-the-world-without-bias-can-help-you-succeed-in-business-and-life/Stop letting your subconscious opinions distort your perceptionTue, 14 Mar 2023 05:14:42 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-modern-writers-need-to-embrace-ai-assisted-writing/https://samholstein.com/why-modern-writers-need-to-embrace-ai-assisted-writing/Only writers who master this new technology will surviveMon, 13 Feb 2023 22:49:22 GMThttps://samholstein.com/minimalism-is-more-than-a-trend-it-s-a-path-to-personal-social-transformation/https://samholstein.com/minimalism-is-more-than-a-trend-it-s-a-path-to-personal-social-transformation/Unlock the power of minimalism for true personal growthWed, 01 Feb 2023 17:15:26 GMThttps://samholstein.com/i-quit-pro-blogging-because-i-did-not-want-to-be-a-product-anymore/https://samholstein.com/i-quit-pro-blogging-because-i-did-not-want-to-be-a-product-anymore/Your hobbies don’t need to earn money. You are not a product.Sun, 06 Nov 2022 12:57:05 GMThttps://samholstein.com/banning-guns-in-the-us-won-t-fix-anything/https://samholstein.com/banning-guns-in-the-us-won-t-fix-anything/As someone who’s interested in solid statistical research and clear critical thinking, I’ve found gun rights to be one of the most…Fri, 21 Oct 2022 15:22:02 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-hard-work-isn-t-a-good-thing/https://samholstein.com/why-hard-work-isn-t-a-good-thing/The proper purpose of work is to get stuff done, not virtue signal about what good people we areFri, 12 Aug 2022 13:14:09 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-i-m-giving-up-on-anti-consumerism/https://samholstein.com/why-i-m-giving-up-on-anti-consumerism/For the last few years, I’ve been avidly anti-consumerist. All my clothes have been purchased from thrift shops or low-cost secondhand…Tue, 09 Aug 2022 14:01:28 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-i-m-not-a-full-time-medium-writer-anymore/https://samholstein.com/why-i-m-not-a-full-time-medium-writer-anymore/Full-time Medium writing wasn’t all it’s cracked up to be.Mon, 13 Jun 2022 12:05:44 GMThttps://samholstein.com/i-ve-changed-my-name-to-sam-holstein/https://samholstein.com/i-ve-changed-my-name-to-sam-holstein/This is a brief announcement that I’ve changed my name from Megan Holstein to Sam Holstein. If you see articles by “Sam Holstein” crossing…Mon, 02 May 2022 17:39:22 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-daily-habit-tracking-can-give-you-the-ability-to-achieve-anything/https://samholstein.com/how-daily-habit-tracking-can-give-you-the-ability-to-achieve-anything/Habit tracking can change your life if you do it right.Thu, 21 Apr 2022 11:57:50 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-first-step-to-finding-happiness-is-being-willing-to-change-yourself/https://samholstein.com/the-first-step-to-finding-happiness-is-being-willing-to-change-yourself/You can build an amazing life, but you have to be willing to startThu, 03 Mar 2022 12:39:43 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-stay-focused-and-highly-productive-under-any-circumstances/https://samholstein.com/how-to-stay-focused-and-highly-productive-under-any-circumstances/You can stay productive in a chaotic environmentFri, 18 Feb 2022 13:27:31 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-make-your-phone-a-crazy-useful-productivity-tool-in-5-easy-steps/https://samholstein.com/how-to-make-your-phone-a-crazy-useful-productivity-tool-in-5-easy-steps/Your phone can only distract you if you let itTue, 15 Feb 2022 09:32:08 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-all-entrepreneurs-and-academics-should-read-range-by-david-epstein/https://samholstein.com/why-all-entrepreneurs-and-academics-should-read-range-by-david-epstein/Why the 10,000-hour rule is wrong, why Nobel prize winners are always multidisciplinary, and why outsiders create the wildest breakthroughsMon, 07 Feb 2022 07:14:58 GMThttps://samholstein.com/what-my-minimalist-phone-looks-like-in-2022/https://samholstein.com/what-my-minimalist-phone-looks-like-in-2022/How I protect myself from the dangers of the ad-driven internet.Tue, 01 Feb 2022 15:43:24 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-protect-your-mind-from-all-the-junk-content-on-the-internet/https://samholstein.com/how-to-protect-your-mind-from-all-the-junk-content-on-the-internet/Use the internet to get smarter, not more stupidTue, 01 Feb 2022 09:32:04 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-train-your-subconscious-mind-so-you-have-amazing-gut-instincts/https://samholstein.com/how-to-train-your-subconscious-mind-so-you-have-amazing-gut-instincts/Trusting your gut only works if you have good instinctsWed, 26 Jan 2022 09:31:07 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-accomplishment-journaling-can-make-you-happier-and-more-confident/https://samholstein.com/how-accomplishment-journaling-can-make-you-happier-and-more-confident/Stop thanking the universe and start thanking yourself.Tue, 18 Jan 2022 17:09:38 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-you-should-stop-worrying-about-how-your-writing-career-is-going/https://samholstein.com/why-you-should-stop-worrying-about-how-your-writing-career-is-going/Stop worrying about your writing and start writingTue, 18 Jan 2022 11:47:24 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-the-last-2-years-have-been-some-of-the-best-in-human-history/https://samholstein.com/why-the-last-2-years-have-been-some-of-the-best-in-human-history/Most people throughout history suffered far worseThu, 23 Dec 2021 22:09:12 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-a-lazy-attitude-can-make-you-incredibly-successful/https://samholstein.com/how-a-lazy-attitude-can-make-you-incredibly-successful/Many world-changing companies are started by people looking for an easier wayWed, 22 Dec 2021 23:48:34 GMThttps://samholstein.com/come-as-you-are-by-ph-d-emily-nagoski-can-cure-your-struggles-with-sexuality/https://samholstein.com/come-as-you-are-by-ph-d-emily-nagoski-can-cure-your-struggles-with-sexuality/This eye-opening book busts old myths and teaches readers a new way of understanding sexualityTue, 14 Dec 2021 16:05:30 GMThttps://samholstein.com/new-cutting-edge-highly-humanoid-robots-make-science-fiction-a-reality/https://samholstein.com/new-cutting-edge-highly-humanoid-robots-make-science-fiction-a-reality/Hyper-realistic humanoid robot “Ameca” accurately depicts human behavior in every waySat, 11 Dec 2021 03:23:19 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-artificial-intelligence-for-writers/https://samholstein.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-artificial-intelligence-for-writers/A complete review of the best AI-powered copywriting tools on the marketThu, 09 Dec 2021 21:56:59 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-helping-employees-get-good-sleep-makes-your-business-better/https://samholstein.com/how-helping-employees-get-good-sleep-makes-your-business-better/Respecting the humanity of your employees is both profitable and the right thing to doThu, 09 Dec 2021 12:44:59 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-1-content-strategy-how-to-achieve-your-goals-by-ignoring-99-of-content-on-th/https://samholstein.com/the-1-content-strategy-how-to-achieve-your-goals-by-ignoring-99-of-content-on-th/Your results in life are a direct result of what you choose to consumeThu, 09 Dec 2021 09:32:55 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-you-should-give-up-astrology-crystal-work-and-reading-tarot-cards/https://samholstein.com/why-you-should-give-up-astrology-crystal-work-and-reading-tarot-cards/New-age spirituality distracts you from finding real solutions for your problems and keep you stuck in lifeWed, 08 Dec 2021 22:57:06 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-first-world-war-by-michael-howard-demystifies-an-extremely-complicated-histo/https://samholstein.com/the-first-world-war-by-michael-howard-demystifies-an-extremely-complicated-histo/This 100-page mini-book has everything an average person needs to knowThu, 25 Nov 2021 11:05:49 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-shouldn-t-give-a-fuck-about-what-other-people-find-impressive/https://samholstein.com/you-shouldn-t-give-a-fuck-about-what-other-people-find-impressive/Your greatest victories won’t be celebrated by cheering massesWed, 24 Nov 2021 09:32:34 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-i-wake-up-happy-full-of-energy-every-morning-at-7-am-without-an-alarm/https://samholstein.com/how-i-wake-up-happy-full-of-energy-every-morning-at-7-am-without-an-alarm/And how you can do it, too.Tue, 23 Nov 2021 09:33:09 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-clear-out-the-clutter-in-your-life-and-make-room-to-transform/https://samholstein.com/how-to-clear-out-the-clutter-in-your-life-and-make-room-to-transform/Clutter is a burden that holds you back from being happy.Mon, 22 Nov 2021 14:16:34 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-get-reviews-for-your-kindle-book-using-a-small-mailing-list/https://samholstein.com/how-to-get-reviews-for-your-kindle-book-using-a-small-mailing-list/You don’t need many subscribers to get enough Kindle reviewsMon, 22 Nov 2021 12:07:45 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-we-sleep-by-dr-matthew-walker-changed-my-idea-of-a-healthy-lifestyle/https://samholstein.com/why-we-sleep-by-dr-matthew-walker-changed-my-idea-of-a-healthy-lifestyle/The activity we treat like an unpleasant afterthought is an uncompromising biological needSun, 21 Nov 2021 07:37:34 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-quitting-addictive-substances-and-bad-habits-is-great-self-help-advice/https://samholstein.com/why-quitting-addictive-substances-and-bad-habits-is-great-self-help-advice/This cliched recommendation is one of the most powerful things you can do for yourselfFri, 19 Nov 2021 09:32:22 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-getting-less-than-eight-hours-of-sleep-is-ruining-your-health/https://samholstein.com/how-getting-less-than-eight-hours-of-sleep-is-ruining-your-health/Sleep is the most underappreciated biological necessityThu, 18 Nov 2021 09:33:34 GMThttps://samholstein.com/squid-game-is-an-entertaining-show-that-fails-hard-at-criticizing-capitalism/https://samholstein.com/squid-game-is-an-entertaining-show-that-fails-hard-at-criticizing-capitalism/The Netflix hit demonstrates our collective ignorance about how capitalism functionsWed, 17 Nov 2021 22:28:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-year-of-less-is-an-easy-read-that-will-make-you-face-hard-truths-about-money/https://samholstein.com/the-year-of-less-is-an-easy-read-that-will-make-you-face-hard-truths-about-money/You can read the entire book one day and find yourself changed for lifeMon, 15 Nov 2021 16:19:37 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-declutter-and-design-a-home-you-love/https://samholstein.com/how-to-declutter-and-design-a-home-you-love/An excerpt from my upcoming book Mastering MinimalismFri, 12 Nov 2021 13:33:32 GMThttps://samholstein.com/a-universe-from-nothing-will-transform-how-you-understand-the-cosmos/https://samholstein.com/a-universe-from-nothing-will-transform-how-you-understand-the-cosmos/This cosmology book by theoretical physicist Lawrence Krauss will upend everything you thought you knew about the universeTue, 09 Nov 2021 11:12:31 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-life-changing-difference-between-self-care-and-excessive-indulging/https://samholstein.com/the-life-changing-difference-between-self-care-and-excessive-indulging/Self-care is good for you without harming you in the long runFri, 05 Nov 2021 22:45:49 GMThttps://samholstein.com/we-ve-been-tricked-into-thinking-we-need-social-media/https://samholstein.com/we-ve-been-tricked-into-thinking-we-need-social-media/Living without social media showed me how little we need it.Fri, 05 Nov 2021 17:56:04 GMThttps://samholstein.com/want-a-job-you-love-pick-one-that-matters-to-you/https://samholstein.com/want-a-job-you-love-pick-one-that-matters-to-you/You will love your job if you find the work meaningfulTue, 02 Nov 2021 11:23:10 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-my-first-kindle-book-promotion-flopped-big-time-and-made-0-profit/https://samholstein.com/how-my-first-kindle-book-promotion-flopped-big-time-and-made-0-profit/What went wrong and what I’ll do better next timeMon, 01 Nov 2021 12:11:07 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-can-get-bestselling-books-for-2-or-less-using-bookbub/https://samholstein.com/you-can-get-bestselling-books-for-2-or-less-using-bookbub/You can save hundreds on books by getting Bookbub dealsSat, 30 Oct 2021 07:19:05 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-following-the-rules-will-make-you-a-fantastic-writer/https://samholstein.com/why-following-the-rules-will-make-you-a-fantastic-writer/Great writers follow rules far more often than break themTue, 26 Oct 2021 14:13:40 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-don-t-need-relevant-experience-to-get-your-dream-job/https://samholstein.com/you-don-t-need-relevant-experience-to-get-your-dream-job/Relevant experience is a nice-to-have for employers, not a need-to-haveTue, 26 Oct 2021 11:03:38 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-don-t-need-the-newest-best-tech/https://samholstein.com/you-don-t-need-the-newest-best-tech/Most gadgets are overkill for the people who purchase themMon, 25 Oct 2021 02:54:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-everything-productivity-experts-teach-you-about-motivation-is-wrong/https://samholstein.com/why-everything-productivity-experts-teach-you-about-motivation-is-wrong/Sometimes trying to motivate yourself makes the problem worseWed, 20 Oct 2021 15:47:32 GMThttps://samholstein.com/live-a-life-of-adventure-and-success-by-learning-how-to-expand-your-comfort-zone/https://samholstein.com/live-a-life-of-adventure-and-success-by-learning-how-to-expand-your-comfort-zone/The only thing keeping you from your dreams is your willingness to feel painWed, 20 Oct 2021 15:12:51 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-sad-reason-why-you-will-deeply-regret-watching-so-much-netflix/https://samholstein.com/the-sad-reason-why-you-will-deeply-regret-watching-so-much-netflix/You will regret spending time on things that didn’t matterTue, 19 Oct 2021 14:53:05 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-becoming-your-best-self-is-always-a-slow-painful-process/https://samholstein.com/why-becoming-your-best-self-is-always-a-slow-painful-process/Life-changing insights always take the longest to arriveMon, 18 Oct 2021 19:56:22 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-every-online-writer-should-self-publish-with-amazon-kindle/https://samholstein.com/why-every-online-writer-should-self-publish-with-amazon-kindle/Amazon Kindle is a huge, profitable market with low barriers to entrySun, 17 Oct 2021 13:48:14 GMThttps://samholstein.com/change-your-life-by-deleting-your-social-media-email-apps/https://samholstein.com/change-your-life-by-deleting-your-social-media-email-apps/You can’t waste time scrolling if there’s nothing to scrollSat, 16 Oct 2021 23:42:56 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-coronavirus-pandemic-did-not-change-my-life-much-at-all/https://samholstein.com/the-coronavirus-pandemic-did-not-change-my-life-much-at-all/Many people were traumatized, but honestly? Not me.Thu, 07 Oct 2021 11:24:26 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-ipad-mini-is-the-best-thing-i-ve-bought-all-year/https://samholstein.com/the-ipad-mini-is-the-best-thing-i-ve-bought-all-year/This little device was a big and beautiful changeMon, 04 Oct 2021 17:55:08 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-becoming-a-minimalist-elevated-my-quality-of-life-overnight/https://samholstein.com/how-becoming-a-minimalist-elevated-my-quality-of-life-overnight/A bad breakup and a few weeks of decluttering unexpectedly changed the course of my life.Sun, 26 Sep 2021 19:07:07 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-reading-productivity-advice-will-never-solve-all-your-problems/https://samholstein.com/why-reading-productivity-advice-will-never-solve-all-your-problems/Reading productivity advice can be a distraction from healing what really hurtsSun, 19 Sep 2021 14:02:58 GMThttps://samholstein.com/there-is-no-such-thing-as-a-natural-athlete/https://samholstein.com/there-is-no-such-thing-as-a-natural-athlete/The term “natural athlete” reinforces fatphobia and ableism. Athletes are made, not born.Sat, 04 Sep 2021 20:42:39 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-read-a-book-every-week-starting-this-week/https://samholstein.com/how-to-read-a-book-every-week-starting-this-week/This 3-step process makes prolific reading freaking easyWed, 01 Sep 2021 21:17:56 GMThttps://samholstein.com/rome-did-not-fall-because-of-decadence/https://samholstein.com/rome-did-not-fall-because-of-decadence/Rome fell for a lot of reasons, but moral excess wasn’t one of themFri, 27 Aug 2021 09:03:05 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-clean-your-house-when-your-house-is-a-total-mess/https://samholstein.com/how-to-clean-your-house-when-your-house-is-a-total-mess/A guide for anyone who’s overwhelmed and wants a house that’s clean for onceThu, 12 Aug 2021 23:00:36 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-motivate-yourself-to-write-every-day/https://samholstein.com/how-to-motivate-yourself-to-write-every-day/You can train yourself to feel motivated with just a few weeks of practiceSat, 07 Aug 2021 02:17:17 GMThttps://samholstein.com/a-short-reminder-that-everything-is-ok-right-now/https://samholstein.com/a-short-reminder-that-everything-is-ok-right-now/Your life may have some problems, but you can let yourself relaxThu, 22 Jul 2021 23:34:10 GMThttps://samholstein.com/another-day-passes-i-still-don-t-have-social-media-and-i-still-feel-great/https://samholstein.com/another-day-passes-i-still-don-t-have-social-media-and-i-still-feel-great/Some free-form thoughts on spending years without social mediaSat, 17 Jul 2021 15:02:16 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-keep-your-head-up-when-everything-sucks/https://samholstein.com/how-to-keep-your-head-up-when-everything-sucks/These simple mindsets will get you through tough timesFri, 16 Jul 2021 13:02:56 GMThttps://samholstein.com/break-out-of-a-rut-with-one-of-these-5-productivity-tactics/https://samholstein.com/break-out-of-a-rut-with-one-of-these-5-productivity-tactics/Feeling stuck in life? Get un-stuck by trying something new.Wed, 14 Jul 2021 12:03:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-re-not-messy-you-just-own-too-much-stuff/https://samholstein.com/you-re-not-messy-you-just-own-too-much-stuff/It will always be impossible to keep up with cleaning your home when you own more stuff than the house can fit.Fri, 09 Jul 2021 15:41:22 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-start-making-your-dreams-come-true/https://samholstein.com/how-to-start-making-your-dreams-come-true/You don’t have to go another day feeling like life is slipping through your fingersSat, 26 Jun 2021 12:17:49 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-escape-living-paycheck-to-paycheck/https://samholstein.com/how-to-escape-living-paycheck-to-paycheck/Over 2/3 of Americans live paycheck-to-paycheck. You don’t have to be one of them.Tue, 22 Jun 2021 20:32:08 GMThttps://samholstein.com/productivity-is-about-more-than-just-your-performance-at-work/https://samholstein.com/productivity-is-about-more-than-just-your-performance-at-work/Productivity and self-help can be used for more than upholding a capitalist system.Fri, 18 Jun 2021 11:33:08 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-2-financial-concepts-you-need-to-understand-before-you-start-investing/https://samholstein.com/the-2-financial-concepts-you-need-to-understand-before-you-start-investing/No investment will make money for someone who doesn’t know what they’re doingTue, 08 Jun 2021 14:38:09 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-using-a-flip-phone-did-not-work-for-me/https://samholstein.com/why-using-a-flip-phone-did-not-work-for-me/People still wanted to text me on other messaging apps, even if I didn’t have themSun, 30 May 2021 12:26:56 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-one-perspective-change-that-will-help-you-kick-any-bad-habit/https://samholstein.com/the-one-perspective-change-that-will-help-you-kick-any-bad-habit/“Lighting new cigarettes,pouring moredrinks.It has been a beautifulfight.Stillis.”― Charles BukowskiThey say smoking is one of the hardest habits to q...Fri, 28 May 2021 15:17:07 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-i-stay-fit-without-tracking-anything/https://samholstein.com/how-i-stay-fit-without-tracking-anything/You can stay fit without diets or rigid exercise routinesTue, 25 May 2021 15:32:17 GMThttps://samholstein.com/not-everyone-who-voted-for-trump-is-racist/https://samholstein.com/not-everyone-who-voted-for-trump-is-racist/This catchphrase drives people away from equality-focused communitiesFri, 21 May 2021 03:27:56 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-caffeine-is-making-your-life-worse/https://samholstein.com/how-caffeine-is-making-your-life-worse/Thoughts from someone who’s never had caffeineMon, 10 May 2021 18:36:47 GMThttps://samholstein.com/stop-trying-to-grow-your-startup-by-networking/https://samholstein.com/stop-trying-to-grow-your-startup-by-networking/Stop trying to get noticed and start building something worth noticingSat, 01 May 2021 11:32:32 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-no-zero-days-productivity-mindset-might-change-your-life/https://samholstein.com/the-no-zero-days-productivity-mindset-might-change-your-life/One Redditor’s unique outlook on productivity may make your dreams come trueFri, 30 Apr 2021 12:07:36 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-most-people-waste-their-money/https://samholstein.com/why-most-people-waste-their-money/They spend money without asking themselves whyThu, 29 Apr 2021 07:18:41 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-build-a-business-doing-what-you-love/https://samholstein.com/how-to-build-a-business-doing-what-you-love/Work for free until you’re so good you don’t have toTue, 27 Apr 2021 11:32:44 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-last-guide-to-inbox-zero-you-ll-ever-need/https://samholstein.com/the-last-guide-to-inbox-zero-you-ll-ever-need/A minimalist’s guide to keeping your email inbox emptySat, 24 Apr 2021 21:02:59 GMThttps://samholstein.com/getting-married-in-a-plantation-home-is-not-okay/https://samholstein.com/getting-married-in-a-plantation-home-is-not-okay/The racism should be obvious, but for some reason it’s notTue, 20 Apr 2021 16:16:02 GMThttps://samholstein.com/spending-time-praying-is-pointless/https://samholstein.com/spending-time-praying-is-pointless/Every minute you spend praying is a minute you could be taking actionMon, 19 Apr 2021 09:30:54 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-look-beautiful-without-wearing-makeup/https://samholstein.com/how-to-look-beautiful-without-wearing-makeup/If you put on makeup because you think you look terrible without it, you’re wrongSun, 18 Apr 2021 15:11:14 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-keep-your-house-clean-without-any-extra-effort/https://samholstein.com/how-to-keep-your-house-clean-without-any-extra-effort/The lazy person’s guide to keeping your house cleanSat, 17 Apr 2021 20:03:10 GMThttps://samholstein.com/i-m-tired-of-articles-satirizing-vanlife/https://samholstein.com/i-m-tired-of-articles-satirizing-vanlife/Vanlife may not be for you, but that doesn’t make it stupidFri, 16 Apr 2021 13:50:22 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-5-signs-of-an-unskilled-entrepreneur/https://samholstein.com/the-5-signs-of-an-unskilled-entrepreneur/People new to the startup world share these things in commonTue, 13 Apr 2021 12:02:17 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-can-t-judge-someone-based-on-their-beliefs/https://samholstein.com/you-can-t-judge-someone-based-on-their-beliefs/There are stupid atheists, stupid believers, smart atheists, smart believers, and everything in between.Tue, 06 Apr 2021 14:02:54 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-pick-the-right-book-to-read/https://samholstein.com/how-to-pick-the-right-book-to-read/The secret to finding books that will change your lifeSun, 04 Apr 2021 20:01:09 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-you-should-stop-watching-youtube-and-pick-up-a-book/https://samholstein.com/why-you-should-stop-watching-youtube-and-pick-up-a-book/Podcasts and YouTube videos still don’t measure up to booksSat, 03 Apr 2021 17:32:48 GMThttps://samholstein.com/if-self-help-isn-t-helping-you-try-something-else/https://samholstein.com/if-self-help-isn-t-helping-you-try-something-else/Self-help isn’t the solution for every problemSat, 03 Apr 2021 12:27:57 GMThttps://samholstein.com/not-every-book-is-worth-reading/https://samholstein.com/not-every-book-is-worth-reading/Most books are a waste of your timeThu, 01 Apr 2021 14:32:35 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-i-became-an-atheist-overnight/https://samholstein.com/how-i-became-an-atheist-overnight/I’ve spent my life as a believer, only to wake up one day and realize I wasn’t anymoreThu, 01 Apr 2021 12:30:04 GMThttps://samholstein.com/stephen-pinker-s-enlightenment-now-unexpectedly-transformed-my-life/https://samholstein.com/stephen-pinker-s-enlightenment-now-unexpectedly-transformed-my-life/This book about global progress changed the way I think foreverMon, 29 Mar 2021 02:27:49 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-most-underrated-writing-skill-reading-your-work-out-loud/https://samholstein.com/the-most-underrated-writing-skill-reading-your-work-out-loud/This awkward-feeling exercise can perfect even the worst writingSat, 27 Mar 2021 16:12:46 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-you-should-give-up-window-shopping/https://samholstein.com/why-you-should-give-up-window-shopping/Even if you don’t spend any moneySun, 14 Mar 2021 11:56:49 GMThttps://samholstein.com/all-it-takes-to-be-happy-is-practice/https://samholstein.com/all-it-takes-to-be-happy-is-practice/Happiness is not mysterious or unattainable. It just takes knowledge and practice.Sat, 13 Mar 2021 22:08:17 GMThttps://samholstein.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-medical-marijuana/https://samholstein.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-medical-marijuana/From someone who’s been a happy patient for yearsFri, 12 Mar 2021 14:43:11 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-raising-the-minimum-wage-will-not-fix-everything/https://samholstein.com/why-raising-the-minimum-wage-will-not-fix-everything/Raising the minimum wage is like slapping a bandaid on a gunshot wound and declaring the problem solvedSun, 07 Mar 2021 21:02:58 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-your-startup-doesn-t-need-social-media-marketing/https://samholstein.com/why-your-startup-doesn-t-need-social-media-marketing/You can have a million-dollar business without making a single postMon, 01 Mar 2021 13:31:15 GMThttps://samholstein.com/if-you-want-to-be-a-writer-start-writing/https://samholstein.com/if-you-want-to-be-a-writer-start-writing/Fantasizing about your bestseller won’t make it a realityFri, 26 Feb 2021 18:58:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/two-years-ago-i-deleted-all-my-social-media-accounts/https://samholstein.com/two-years-ago-i-deleted-all-my-social-media-accounts/Reflections on two years without social mediaWed, 24 Feb 2021 23:03:14 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-get-a-content-creator-to-feature-your-startup/https://samholstein.com/how-to-get-a-content-creator-to-feature-your-startup/The 5 keys to writing an influencer pitch that will get your product noticedMon, 22 Feb 2021 14:02:25 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-i-m-beginning-to-wonder-if-big-businesses-and-billionaires-are-evil/https://samholstein.com/why-i-m-beginning-to-wonder-if-big-businesses-and-billionaires-are-evil/Behind every societal ill, from slavery to wealth inequality, there’s always a corporation turning a profitThu, 11 Feb 2021 23:32:47 GMThttps://samholstein.com/tidy-up-your-career-with-marie-kondo-s-book-joy-at-work/https://samholstein.com/tidy-up-your-career-with-marie-kondo-s-book-joy-at-work/Her new three-question model changed the way I think about productivity.Sun, 07 Feb 2021 17:21:51 GMThttps://samholstein.com/if-you-want-to-save-money-and-transform-your-finances-stop-making-budgets/https://samholstein.com/if-you-want-to-save-money-and-transform-your-finances-stop-making-budgets/Budgets are like diets — nobody likes being on them, and they never work anyway. Make a spending plan instead.Thu, 04 Feb 2021 19:21:02 GMThttps://samholstein.com/gamestop-is-more-than-just-a-meme-stock-it-s-an-uprising-against-financial-corru/https://samholstein.com/gamestop-is-more-than-just-a-meme-stock-it-s-an-uprising-against-financial-corru/People aren’t buying GME to make money, they’re doing it to punish billionaires who crashed the market in 2008.Sun, 31 Jan 2021 03:13:23 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-build-enormous-wealth-and-win-the-money-game/https://samholstein.com/how-to-build-enormous-wealth-and-win-the-money-game/Learn to play great offense and great defense, not only one or the otherWed, 27 Jan 2021 11:18:25 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-tell-if-someone-s-actually-rich-or-just-faking-it/https://samholstein.com/how-to-tell-if-someone-s-actually-rich-or-just-faking-it/Most people who look wealthy are not. Here’s how to tell the difference.Wed, 27 Jan 2021 03:00:11 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-3-most-important-writing-lessons-i-ve-learned-in-3-years-of-online-writing/https://samholstein.com/the-3-most-important-writing-lessons-i-ve-learned-in-3-years-of-online-writing/These lessons have made me over $50,000 in the past 3 yearsMon, 25 Jan 2021 12:38:17 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-easiest-way-to-build-a-habit-of-reading-100-books-a-year/https://samholstein.com/the-easiest-way-to-build-a-habit-of-reading-100-books-a-year/Build a big reading habit this year with these 10 small changes,Sun, 27 Dec 2020 19:41:24 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-be-someone-who-keeps-their-new-year-s-resolutions/https://samholstein.com/how-to-be-someone-who-keeps-their-new-year-s-resolutions/Only 4% of people keep their new year’s resolutions. Make sure you’re one of them this year.Wed, 23 Dec 2020 15:11:04 GMThttps://samholstein.com/clear-your-clutter-and-enjoy-your-life-more-by-reading-these-5-books-about-minim/https://samholstein.com/clear-your-clutter-and-enjoy-your-life-more-by-reading-these-5-books-about-minim/These books will give you the motivation and know-how to take your minimalism to the next levelWed, 23 Dec 2020 13:22:50 GMThttps://samholstein.com/my-2021-new-year-s-resolution-is-to-save-my-wallet-sanity-and-the-earth-by-doing/https://samholstein.com/my-2021-new-year-s-resolution-is-to-save-my-wallet-sanity-and-the-earth-by-doing/The clothing industry is responsible for rampant materialism, slavery, and ecological disaster. I refuse to support it.Wed, 16 Dec 2020 14:07:44 GMThttps://samholstein.com/ditching-my-iphone-for-a-flip-phone-made-me-see-how-useless-smartphones-can-be/https://samholstein.com/ditching-my-iphone-for-a-flip-phone-made-me-see-how-useless-smartphones-can-be/Modern feature phones have Google Maps and wi-fi hotspots. Why are we wasting money on smartphones?Fri, 11 Dec 2020 20:09:42 GMThttps://samholstein.com/if-you-want-to-build-wealth-and-be-financially-free-track-your-net-worth/https://samholstein.com/if-you-want-to-build-wealth-and-be-financially-free-track-your-net-worth/This one boring number determines your entire financial futureWed, 02 Dec 2020 03:42:37 GMThttps://samholstein.com/there-are-still-many-amazing-things-to-be-thankful-for-this-thanksgiving/https://samholstein.com/there-are-still-many-amazing-things-to-be-thankful-for-this-thanksgiving/2020 has been one of the worst years in recent history, but there is still so much to be thankful forThu, 26 Nov 2020 13:02:19 GMThttps://samholstein.com/stop-letting-life-overwhelm-you-and-start-achieving-your-dreams-by-becoming-a-di/https://samholstein.com/stop-letting-life-overwhelm-you-and-start-achieving-your-dreams-by-becoming-a-di/Why becoming a digital minimalist can make you more productive than you’ve ever been before.Sat, 21 Nov 2020 13:38:18 GMThttps://samholstein.com/living-through-the-presidential-election-was-way-easier-without-social-media/https://samholstein.com/living-through-the-presidential-election-was-way-easier-without-social-media/5 ways quitting social media helped me survive the election cycleFri, 20 Nov 2020 23:27:13 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-m1-macbook-pro-is-blazing-fast/https://samholstein.com/the-m1-macbook-pro-is-blazing-fast/Affinity Photo opens in less than a secondWed, 18 Nov 2020 05:46:15 GMThttps://samholstein.com/my-5-favorite-things-about-the-iphone-12-mini/https://samholstein.com/my-5-favorite-things-about-the-iphone-12-mini/Why this digital minimalist loves their tiny new iPhoneTue, 17 Nov 2020 05:51:16 GMThttps://samholstein.com/copying-successful-people-won-t-make-you-successful-too/https://samholstein.com/copying-successful-people-won-t-make-you-successful-too/Success comes from fierce originality, not fearful imitation.Wed, 11 Nov 2020 15:56:43 GMThttps://samholstein.com/what-you-need-to-understand-about-productivity-advice/https://samholstein.com/what-you-need-to-understand-about-productivity-advice/Productivity advice is about more than doing well at workMon, 09 Nov 2020 10:05:38 GMThttps://samholstein.com/this-is-the-future-i-want-for-america-after-covid-19/https://samholstein.com/this-is-the-future-i-want-for-america-after-covid-19/A future where we take health, freedom, and equality seriouslySun, 08 Nov 2020 20:12:28 GMThttps://samholstein.com/it-s-impossible-to-predict-what-apple-will-do/https://samholstein.com/it-s-impossible-to-predict-what-apple-will-do/We’re wasting our time if we trySun, 01 Nov 2020 15:37:12 GMThttps://samholstein.com/this-1-book-will-transform-your-writing-business/https://samholstein.com/this-1-book-will-transform-your-writing-business/The Art and Business of Online Writing by Nicolas Cole is indispensableFri, 30 Oct 2020 00:35:53 GMThttps://samholstein.com/productivity-advice-isn-t-only-for-rich-white-men/https://samholstein.com/productivity-advice-isn-t-only-for-rich-white-men/Productivity skills can help anyone, regardless of circumstanceMon, 26 Oct 2020 01:34:46 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-can-achieve-anything-even-the-impossible-if-you-are-willing-to-do-what-it-ta/https://samholstein.com/you-can-achieve-anything-even-the-impossible-if-you-are-willing-to-do-what-it-ta/Nothing is impossible for someone willing to do the workTue, 20 Oct 2020 22:03:04 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-have-life-changing-insights-whenever-you-want/https://samholstein.com/how-to-have-life-changing-insights-whenever-you-want/All you need to do is get better at reading booksSun, 18 Oct 2020 23:46:16 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-you-should-decide-your-purpose-as-soon-as-possible/https://samholstein.com/why-you-should-decide-your-purpose-as-soon-as-possible/If you don’t, your life will get stuck in limboSun, 18 Oct 2020 13:33:02 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-save-1000-s-on-tech-this-year/https://samholstein.com/how-to-save-1000-s-on-tech-this-year/A digital minimalist’s guide to buying phones, computers, and gadgetsSat, 17 Oct 2020 14:41:02 GMThttps://samholstein.com/supercharge-your-routine-with-these-5-easy-changes/https://samholstein.com/supercharge-your-routine-with-these-5-easy-changes/Each one has the power to transform your career (and your life)Thu, 15 Oct 2020 20:01:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-stop-being-so-busy-and-finally-find-some-free-time/https://samholstein.com/how-to-stop-being-so-busy-and-finally-find-some-free-time/You can clear your schedule without sacrificing anythingWed, 14 Oct 2020 13:54:16 GMThttps://samholstein.com/if-you-re-angry-you-re-not-successful-yet-you-need-to-work-harder/https://samholstein.com/if-you-re-angry-you-re-not-successful-yet-you-need-to-work-harder/You’re acting like you deserve success when you need to earn itWed, 14 Oct 2020 09:02:31 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-iphone-12-mini-is-the-iphone-for-digital-minimalists/https://samholstein.com/the-iphone-12-mini-is-the-iphone-for-digital-minimalists/Finally, the tiny iPhone we’ve been waiting forWed, 14 Oct 2020 04:13:44 GMThttps://samholstein.com/if-you-want-to-build-a-million-dollar-business-take-more-vacations/https://samholstein.com/if-you-want-to-build-a-million-dollar-business-take-more-vacations/Travel is great for your body, mind, and creative energySat, 10 Oct 2020 11:32:37 GMThttps://samholstein.com/setting-goals-is-sabotaging-your-success-here-s-what-you-should-do-instead/https://samholstein.com/setting-goals-is-sabotaging-your-success-here-s-what-you-should-do-instead/Judge yourself for what you have control over, not what gets doneWed, 07 Oct 2020 05:48:30 GMThttps://samholstein.com/if-you-can-t-meditate-for-ten-minutes-that-s-okay/https://samholstein.com/if-you-can-t-meditate-for-ten-minutes-that-s-okay/You can begin meditating one minute at a timeSat, 03 Oct 2020 19:07:12 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-are-not-a-failure/https://samholstein.com/you-are-not-a-failure/If you feel like one, your emotions are just playing a trick on youSat, 03 Oct 2020 12:45:20 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-will-find-your-purpose-when-you-learn-to-let-go/https://samholstein.com/you-will-find-your-purpose-when-you-learn-to-let-go/For everyone having trouble finding their purpose, the answer is right under your noseFri, 02 Oct 2020 07:40:18 GMThttps://samholstein.com/meditating-regularly-makes-everything-okay/https://samholstein.com/meditating-regularly-makes-everything-okay/When everything sucks, meditation can ease our painWed, 30 Sep 2020 23:04:12 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-declutter-sentimental-items/https://samholstein.com/how-to-declutter-sentimental-items/A guide for the aspiring minimalistTue, 29 Sep 2020 15:08:33 GMThttps://samholstein.com/it-doesn-t-matter-if-my-articles-are-research-backed/https://samholstein.com/it-doesn-t-matter-if-my-articles-are-research-backed/What changes your life the most won’t be found in a case studySun, 27 Sep 2020 13:54:23 GMThttps://samholstein.com/don-t-settle-for-the-wrong-things/https://samholstein.com/don-t-settle-for-the-wrong-things/Every life involves compromise, but know when to settle and when to stand your groundThu, 24 Sep 2020 10:45:50 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-much-money-it-takes-to-buy-a-vanlife-van/https://samholstein.com/how-much-money-it-takes-to-buy-a-vanlife-van/You can spend as much or as little as you wantTue, 22 Sep 2020 18:33:29 GMThttps://samholstein.com/five-ways-deleting-social-media-can-help-elevate-your-quality-of-life/https://samholstein.com/five-ways-deleting-social-media-can-help-elevate-your-quality-of-life/You’ll have more time, more money, and more peace of mind.Wed, 02 Sep 2020 17:56:04 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-read-too-much-self-help/https://samholstein.com/you-read-too-much-self-help/Stop reading self-help and just help yourselfThu, 20 Aug 2020 10:59:29 GMThttps://samholstein.com/self-help-techniques-are-just-tools/https://samholstein.com/self-help-techniques-are-just-tools/If you make self-help the goal in itself, you miss the pointWed, 19 Aug 2020 02:33:48 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-i-love-self-help-books-so-much/https://samholstein.com/why-i-love-self-help-books-so-much/People’s least favorite genre is the one that can change their life the mostTue, 18 Aug 2020 11:33:54 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-use-the-bathroom-and-take-a-shower-when-you-live-in-a-van/https://samholstein.com/how-to-use-the-bathroom-and-take-a-shower-when-you-live-in-a-van/The biggest “problem” with living in a van isn’t a problem at allFri, 14 Aug 2020 14:00:23 GMThttps://samholstein.com/putting-a-microwave-in-your-van-is-a-dumb-idea/https://samholstein.com/putting-a-microwave-in-your-van-is-a-dumb-idea/Unless you’re rich, it just isn’t worth the moneyThu, 16 Jul 2020 22:19:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-i-m-not-a-big-fan-of-five-year-plans/https://samholstein.com/why-i-m-not-a-big-fan-of-five-year-plans/You can control your actions, but you can‘t control what happens afterThu, 09 Jul 2020 08:21:29 GMThttps://samholstein.com/everyone-stop-wearing-your-masks/https://samholstein.com/everyone-stop-wearing-your-masks/Yeah, millions will die if you do, but aren’t your rights more important?Wed, 08 Jul 2020 18:46:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/coronavirus-is-bigger-than-politics/https://samholstein.com/coronavirus-is-bigger-than-politics/With thousands dying every day, coronavirus is about more than what party you vote forThu, 02 Jul 2020 22:56:00 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-don-t-need-to-pick-a-writing-topic-a-topic-will-pick-you/https://samholstein.com/you-don-t-need-to-pick-a-writing-topic-a-topic-will-pick-you/You don’t have to “niche down” at all costsMon, 22 Jun 2020 18:32:57 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-novice-writers-need-to-write-every-day/https://samholstein.com/why-novice-writers-need-to-write-every-day/There’s just no replacement for sheer volume of practiceThu, 11 Jun 2020 15:01:02 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-name-your-company/https://samholstein.com/how-to-name-your-company/This crucial startup to-do is easy to get terribly wrongTue, 09 Jun 2020 15:30:49 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-make-peace-with-your-past/https://samholstein.com/how-to-make-peace-with-your-past/Your trauma doesn’t have to hurt you foreverSat, 06 Jun 2020 20:20:00 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-aren-t-successful-because-you-keep-making-excuses/https://samholstein.com/you-aren-t-successful-because-you-keep-making-excuses/Results don’t care about excuses. Results only care about action.Thu, 04 Jun 2020 14:47:04 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-you-shouldn-t-hide-your-political-beliefs/https://samholstein.com/why-you-shouldn-t-hide-your-political-beliefs/If we avoid talking about politics, the situation is just going to get worseWed, 03 Jun 2020 15:49:03 GMThttps://samholstein.com/don-t-work-hard-work-smart/https://samholstein.com/don-t-work-hard-work-smart/Working hard won’t make you successful, but working smart willMon, 01 Jun 2020 10:42:55 GMThttps://samholstein.com/if-you-need-help-just-ask-for-it/https://samholstein.com/if-you-need-help-just-ask-for-it/There’s no nobility in suffering aloneSat, 30 May 2020 15:17:57 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-boost-your-productivity-overnight/https://samholstein.com/how-to-boost-your-productivity-overnight/Use the 80/20 rule to instantly become more effectiveSat, 23 May 2020 11:57:05 GMThttps://samholstein.com/what-i-learned-playing-video-games-30-hours-a-week/https://samholstein.com/what-i-learned-playing-video-games-30-hours-a-week/Sometimes we just need to get away for a whileThu, 14 May 2020 13:43:03 GMThttps://samholstein.com/stop-waiting-for-someone-to-show-you-what-to-do/https://samholstein.com/stop-waiting-for-someone-to-show-you-what-to-do/If you feel lost in life and don’t know what to do, this is for youThu, 07 May 2020 07:16:48 GMThttps://samholstein.com/screen-time-for-mac-is-terrible/https://samholstein.com/screen-time-for-mac-is-terrible/The data it gives me is useless. I use RescueTime instead.Mon, 20 Apr 2020 21:01:13 GMThttps://samholstein.com/if-you-want-to-own-a-writing-business-you-have-to-do-more-than-write/https://samholstein.com/if-you-want-to-own-a-writing-business-you-have-to-do-more-than-write/Following the cliché advice to “write every day” isn’t enoughThu, 16 Apr 2020 10:14:57 GMThttps://samholstein.com/our-forced-social-isolation-is-an-opportunity/https://samholstein.com/our-forced-social-isolation-is-an-opportunity/We can use this time to change our lives, if we’re willing toMon, 13 Apr 2020 10:16:00 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-four-behaviors-that-will-ruin-your-relationship/https://samholstein.com/the-four-behaviors-that-will-ruin-your-relationship/Research from The Gottman Institute can predict your breakup with startling accuracySun, 12 Apr 2020 15:25:54 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-need-to-learn-to-write-faster/https://samholstein.com/you-need-to-learn-to-write-faster/It’s easy to learn and will make you a better writerSun, 29 Mar 2020 17:01:00 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-make-your-partner-feel-heard-during-arguments/https://samholstein.com/how-to-make-your-partner-feel-heard-during-arguments/Have discussions and disagreements, not fights and screaming matchesWed, 25 Mar 2020 12:46:57 GMThttps://samholstein.com/for-the-love-of-god-please-stay-home/https://samholstein.com/for-the-love-of-god-please-stay-home/Stop leaving your house and start taking COVID-19 seriouslyTue, 24 Mar 2020 12:29:43 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-don-t-need-more-productivity-advice/https://samholstein.com/you-don-t-need-more-productivity-advice/All you need is to stop holding yourself backMon, 23 Mar 2020 10:31:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-self-quarantine/https://samholstein.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-self-quarantine/Social distancing doesn’t mean your life has to come to a standstillMon, 16 Mar 2020 21:22:37 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-don-t-need-to-hoard-toilet-paper/https://samholstein.com/you-don-t-need-to-hoard-toilet-paper/If you run out of toilet paper, you have bigger problemsSat, 14 Mar 2020 15:31:00 GMThttps://samholstein.com/read-this-before-you-quit-your-minimum-wage-job/https://samholstein.com/read-this-before-you-quit-your-minimum-wage-job/If you don’t build any skills, you’re just going to end up back where you startedWed, 11 Mar 2020 11:46:00 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-i-write-about-how-much-money-i-make-on-medium/https://samholstein.com/why-i-write-about-how-much-money-i-make-on-medium/I don’t do it to brag — I do it to help others recognize their dreams are achievableWed, 04 Mar 2020 13:35:08 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-6-things-in-life-that-matter/https://samholstein.com/the-6-things-in-life-that-matter/When your life draws to a close, these are the things you’ll rememberTue, 25 Feb 2020 11:01:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-one-does-not-exist/https://samholstein.com/the-one-does-not-exist/Believing in this fantasy chases away happy relationshipsTue, 18 Feb 2020 16:07:37 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-you-should-be-at-inbox-zero/https://samholstein.com/why-you-should-be-at-inbox-zero/A short manifesto about the power of emailSat, 15 Feb 2020 16:22:15 GMThttps://samholstein.com/one-year-ago-i-deleted-all-my-social-media-accounts/https://samholstein.com/one-year-ago-i-deleted-all-my-social-media-accounts/It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.Thu, 13 Feb 2020 19:11:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-i-made-8-000-on-medium-in-one-month/https://samholstein.com/how-i-made-8-000-on-medium-in-one-month/It took a lot of hard work, but it was worth itWed, 12 Feb 2020 16:08:58 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-stop-your-impulse-spending/https://samholstein.com/how-to-stop-your-impulse-spending/A 3-step guide to saving more money than you ever have beforeTue, 11 Feb 2020 12:01:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-productivity-system-you-use-doesn-t-matter/https://samholstein.com/the-productivity-system-you-use-doesn-t-matter/What matters is actually getting things doneTue, 04 Feb 2020 11:01:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-i-gave-up-music-for-30-days/https://samholstein.com/why-i-gave-up-music-for-30-days/It made me both more productive and more relaxedMon, 03 Feb 2020 11:01:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/my-top-5-favorite-productivity-apps/https://samholstein.com/my-top-5-favorite-productivity-apps/As a serious productivity nerd, these are my favorite appsSat, 01 Feb 2020 15:28:32 GMThttps://samholstein.com/hard-work-doesn-t-matter-here-s-why/https://samholstein.com/hard-work-doesn-t-matter-here-s-why/What matters isn’t how hard you’re willing to work, but your attitude about work itselfWed, 22 Jan 2020 11:58:27 GMThttps://samholstein.com/don-t-make-big-changes-all-at-once/https://samholstein.com/don-t-make-big-changes-all-at-once/Slow and steady wins the raceFri, 17 Jan 2020 12:31:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-design-your-life-for-flow/https://samholstein.com/how-to-design-your-life-for-flow/You can’t force a flow state, but you can make it much more likelyTue, 07 Jan 2020 10:31:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/what-my-minimalist-laptop-looks-like/https://samholstein.com/what-my-minimalist-laptop-looks-like/How I keep myself on-task and focused on workSun, 05 Jan 2020 12:09:00 GMThttps://samholstein.com/what-it-takes-to-read-2-books-a-week/https://samholstein.com/what-it-takes-to-read-2-books-a-week/The beliefs that enabled me to read 77 books last year.Fri, 03 Jan 2020 17:34:16 GMThttps://samholstein.com/learn-how-to-focus-like-the-pros/https://samholstein.com/learn-how-to-focus-like-the-pros/No, you don’t have ADHD. You just don’t know how to focus.Fri, 03 Jan 2020 13:31:00 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-effortlessly-look-stylish-every-day/https://samholstein.com/how-to-effortlessly-look-stylish-every-day/Style doesn’t have to be expensive or take a lot of timeFri, 03 Jan 2020 00:20:36 GMThttps://samholstein.com/do-things-that-aren-t-working-watching-tv-eating-takeout-or-drinking/https://samholstein.com/do-things-that-aren-t-working-watching-tv-eating-takeout-or-drinking/If you do what everyone else does, you’re going to get what everyone else getsThu, 02 Jan 2020 11:01:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/my-4-biggest-writing-mistakes-of-2019/https://samholstein.com/my-4-biggest-writing-mistakes-of-2019/#1: Working on my personal websiteTue, 31 Dec 2019 14:53:08 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-i-earned-10-000-on-medium-in-2019/https://samholstein.com/how-i-earned-10-000-on-medium-in-2019/Three things that contributed to my successTue, 31 Dec 2019 14:21:11 GMThttps://samholstein.com/what-my-minimalist-phone-looks-like/https://samholstein.com/what-my-minimalist-phone-looks-like/How I keep myself from drowning in notificationsSun, 29 Dec 2019 07:01:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/nine-questions-you-should-answer-in-your-journal-every-day/https://samholstein.com/nine-questions-you-should-answer-in-your-journal-every-day/#6: What did I do today that I’m proud of?Sat, 28 Dec 2019 11:31:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-i-m-only-buying-things-online-in-2020/https://samholstein.com/why-i-m-only-buying-things-online-in-2020/It saves me money, time, and keeps me out of stores. Take that, consumerism.Fri, 27 Dec 2019 13:14:05 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-8-habits-you-should-track-daily/https://samholstein.com/the-8-habits-you-should-track-daily/Tracking your work guarantees you’ll get it doneFri, 27 Dec 2019 11:01:02 GMThttps://samholstein.com/a-beginner-s-guide-to-purging-your-stuff/https://samholstein.com/a-beginner-s-guide-to-purging-your-stuff/Minimalism for people who have never done it beforeSat, 07 Dec 2019 18:31:41 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-write-articles-that-change-people-s-lives/https://samholstein.com/how-to-write-articles-that-change-people-s-lives/What it takes to write words that inspire othersMon, 02 Dec 2019 15:01:28 GMThttps://samholstein.com/we-are-all-living-on-digital-junk-food/https://samholstein.com/we-are-all-living-on-digital-junk-food/Just like candy, too much digital junk food makes you sickMon, 02 Dec 2019 14:53:46 GMThttps://samholstein.com/you-will-never-be-ready-to-start/https://samholstein.com/you-will-never-be-ready-to-start/The ones who win are the ones who start anywayFri, 15 Nov 2019 22:35:34 GMThttps://samholstein.com/having-heroes-you-idolize-may-be-holding-you-back-in-life/https://samholstein.com/having-heroes-you-idolize-may-be-holding-you-back-in-life/Putting someone on a pedestal makes you blind to their faultsSat, 09 Nov 2019 12:35:33 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-i-criticize-netflix-video-games-and-social-media-so-much/https://samholstein.com/why-i-criticize-netflix-video-games-and-social-media-so-much/These things aren’t bad, but how we use them definitely isTue, 05 Nov 2019 17:21:33 GMThttps://samholstein.com/money-is-secondary-to-meaning/https://samholstein.com/money-is-secondary-to-meaning/If money were no object, what would you do with your time?Tue, 05 Nov 2019 15:01:02 GMThttps://samholstein.com/it-s-time-for-smaller-smartphones/https://samholstein.com/it-s-time-for-smaller-smartphones/Paying attention to real life is easier when your screen is smallerWed, 30 Oct 2019 12:25:30 GMThttps://samholstein.com/stop-trying-to-improve-yourself/https://samholstein.com/stop-trying-to-improve-yourself/If you accept yourself for who you are, improvement will come naturallyTue, 29 Oct 2019 13:26:05 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-5-step-guide-to-editing-your-own-nonfiction-writing/https://samholstein.com/the-5-step-guide-to-editing-your-own-nonfiction-writing/The next best thing to an editor for giving your prose some polishFri, 18 Oct 2019 18:11:02 GMThttps://samholstein.com/start-living-for-today/https://samholstein.com/start-living-for-today/You can’t enjoy life if you’re just rushing through itWed, 16 Oct 2019 17:05:43 GMThttps://samholstein.com/your-negative-thoughts-are-lying-to-you/https://samholstein.com/your-negative-thoughts-are-lying-to-you/A rational case for good ole’ positivityTue, 15 Oct 2019 03:24:41 GMThttps://samholstein.com/one-year-from-now-will-your-life-be-better-or-worse/https://samholstein.com/one-year-from-now-will-your-life-be-better-or-worse/If you don’t know, finding out is as easy as asking one questionFri, 11 Oct 2019 22:01:10 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-4-step-guide-to-coming-up-with-high-quality-ideas/https://samholstein.com/the-4-step-guide-to-coming-up-with-high-quality-ideas/Most ideas are terrible. Here’s how to have ones that aren’t.Wed, 09 Oct 2019 12:53:34 GMThttps://samholstein.com/we-are-enslaved-to-our-digital-selves/https://samholstein.com/we-are-enslaved-to-our-digital-selves/Social media takes us out of real life and traps us in its worldSun, 06 Oct 2019 13:52:34 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-break-bad-habits-and-live-the-life-you-want/https://samholstein.com/how-to-break-bad-habits-and-live-the-life-you-want/Instead of relying on willpower, simply change your surroundingsTue, 01 Oct 2019 18:20:11 GMThttps://samholstein.com/never-criticize-condemn-or-complain/https://samholstein.com/never-criticize-condemn-or-complain/The words we say create the lives we liveMon, 30 Sep 2019 11:40:49 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-point-of-travel-is-coming-home/https://samholstein.com/the-point-of-travel-is-coming-home/The real value of traveling is learning what it means to be homeSun, 29 Sep 2019 15:31:39 GMThttps://samholstein.com/social-media-ruined-our-ability-to-enjoy-things/https://samholstein.com/social-media-ruined-our-ability-to-enjoy-things/When we’re looking for something to post, we aren’t enjoying what isFri, 27 Sep 2019 15:54:48 GMThttps://samholstein.com/life-isn-t-about-achieving-goals/https://samholstein.com/life-isn-t-about-achieving-goals/There’s more out there than a never-ending list of goalsThu, 26 Sep 2019 12:01:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/there-is-no-shortcut-to-success/https://samholstein.com/there-is-no-shortcut-to-success/If you want success, you need to put in the workMon, 23 Sep 2019 20:56:18 GMThttps://samholstein.com/stop-living-for-the-weekend/https://samholstein.com/stop-living-for-the-weekend/Instead, create a life you don’t want to get away fromSun, 22 Sep 2019 19:57:17 GMThttps://samholstein.com/your-beliefs-are-not-inherently-valid/https://samholstein.com/your-beliefs-are-not-inherently-valid/You need to be able to explain why you believe what you believeFri, 20 Sep 2019 21:06:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/there-is-no-such-thing-as-passive-income/https://samholstein.com/there-is-no-such-thing-as-passive-income/All businesses require workThu, 19 Sep 2019 15:31:30 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-world-is-trying-to-make-you-miserable/https://samholstein.com/the-world-is-trying-to-make-you-miserable/And it will succeed — unless you do something about itWed, 18 Sep 2019 14:34:12 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-complete-guide-to-looking-like-a-professional-online/https://samholstein.com/the-complete-guide-to-looking-like-a-professional-online/In the digital age, hiring managers care less about your clothes and more about your profile pictureWed, 18 Sep 2019 00:18:41 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-find-your-purpose/https://samholstein.com/how-to-find-your-purpose/Finding a direction when you’re lost at seaFri, 16 Aug 2019 08:30:45 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-quit-social-media/https://samholstein.com/how-to-quit-social-media/How to quit social media without depending on willpowerWed, 26 Jun 2019 20:07:14 GMThttps://samholstein.com/playing-video-games-is-killing-you/https://samholstein.com/playing-video-games-is-killing-you/Video games are way more dangerous than you think.Wed, 26 Jun 2019 20:03:10 GMThttps://samholstein.com/a-case-for-personal-newsletters/https://samholstein.com/a-case-for-personal-newsletters/Why you should give up social media and send a newsletter insteadTue, 18 Jun 2019 16:54:32 GMThttps://samholstein.com/what-it-really-means-to-have-a-purpose/https://samholstein.com/what-it-really-means-to-have-a-purpose/Most of what we believe about purpose is totally false.Fri, 14 Jun 2019 06:55:47 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-admit-when-you-don-t-know-something/https://samholstein.com/how-to-admit-when-you-don-t-know-something/Acknowledging what you don’t know is the first step to success.Wed, 12 Jun 2019 08:47:30 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-live-a-life-of-purpose/https://samholstein.com/how-to-live-a-life-of-purpose/Most people have no purpose. If that’s you, here’s what to do.Mon, 27 May 2019 17:04:17 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-diy-guide-to-stopping-panic-attacks/https://samholstein.com/the-diy-guide-to-stopping-panic-attacks/Curing panic attacks is counterintuitive, but easier than you think.Tue, 21 May 2019 02:03:15 GMThttps://samholstein.com/resist-temptation-by-changing-your-environment/https://samholstein.com/resist-temptation-by-changing-your-environment/One time I was showing a man I used to date how I organized my phone so it isn’t so addicting (getting rid of apps, organizing my home…Mon, 06 May 2019 11:46:00 GMThttps://samholstein.com/there-is-nothing-you-need-to-do/https://samholstein.com/there-is-nothing-you-need-to-do/Let go of what you think you should be doingFri, 26 Apr 2019 15:43:33 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-scientific-reason-affirmations-work/https://samholstein.com/the-scientific-reason-affirmations-work/They work, but not for the reasons you think.Mon, 15 Apr 2019 11:41:00 GMThttps://samholstein.com/everything-on-social-media-is-fake/https://samholstein.com/everything-on-social-media-is-fake/Social media pros manipulate you for moneyFri, 05 Apr 2019 16:41:16 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-i-ve-deleted-all-my-social-media/https://samholstein.com/why-i-ve-deleted-all-my-social-media/It didn’t make my life better, but social media companies tricked me into thinking it didThu, 14 Feb 2019 02:24:36 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-problem-with-constant-connectivity/https://samholstein.com/the-problem-with-constant-connectivity/Constant connectivity is bad for us — yet society requires it.Fri, 01 Feb 2019 11:06:00 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-one-question-you-should-ask-before-speaking/https://samholstein.com/the-one-question-you-should-ask-before-speaking/So often when we open our mouths, we aren’t considering what the other person wants to hear. We just want to say what we want to say…Wed, 16 Jan 2019 11:56:57 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-make-your-iphone-black-and-white-and-why-you-should/https://samholstein.com/how-to-make-your-iphone-black-and-white-and-why-you-should/The candy-colored interface on your phone triggers your brain into using it more. Use grayscale mode to make the junk less appealing.Wed, 09 Jan 2019 19:47:40 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-read-almost-any-ebook-for-free/https://samholstein.com/how-to-read-almost-any-ebook-for-free/One of the most popular pieces of advice on how to be successful is to read a lot. Bill Gates reads a lot, Ryan Holiday reads a lot…Thu, 27 Dec 2018 09:01:06 GMThttps://samholstein.com/why-i-am-deleting-my-snapchat/https://samholstein.com/why-i-am-deleting-my-snapchat/We think it helps our relationships, but it harms them insteadSat, 22 Dec 2018 09:00:44 GMThttps://samholstein.com/how-to-keep-google-from-collecting-your-data/https://samholstein.com/how-to-keep-google-from-collecting-your-data/By this point, we are all aware that the big companies — Facebook, Google, Amazon — are collecting our data. Like, all of our data.Fri, 21 Dec 2018 07:23:34 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-5-step-guide-to-breaking-your-phone-addiction-for-good/https://samholstein.com/the-5-step-guide-to-breaking-your-phone-addiction-for-good/How to keep social media apps from stealing your time through triggers and habit replacement.Fri, 14 Dec 2018 20:28:34 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-people-who-pay-for-your-free-apps/https://samholstein.com/the-people-who-pay-for-your-free-apps/Nothing in this world is free. So who pays for free apps?Thu, 29 Nov 2018 12:46:05 GMThttps://samholstein.com/where-are-my-smart-glasses/https://samholstein.com/where-are-my-smart-glasses/A Review of All 6 Smart Glasses On The MarketThu, 08 Nov 2018 15:14:41 GMThttps://samholstein.com/what-does-it-mean-to-be-productive/https://samholstein.com/what-does-it-mean-to-be-productive/Productivity is a word we all use a lot, but don’t have clear definition around. We know we all want to be more ‘productive.’ There are…Mon, 22 Oct 2018 23:21:09 GMThttps://samholstein.com/wearing-revealing-clothing-isn-t-asserting-your-freedom/https://samholstein.com/wearing-revealing-clothing-isn-t-asserting-your-freedom/You’re Just Playing Into Misogynist’s HandsTue, 16 Oct 2018 19:15:01 GMThttps://samholstein.com/are-humans-naturally-monogamous-the-answer-is-complicated/https://samholstein.com/are-humans-naturally-monogamous-the-answer-is-complicated/The real question is, does it really matter?Wed, 12 Sep 2018 23:56:30 GMThttps://samholstein.com/don-t-let-your-sex-drive-control-you/https://samholstein.com/don-t-let-your-sex-drive-control-you/Oh my God. I haven’t had sex in (insert time period here)! I am going insane!Wed, 15 Aug 2018 15:38:21 GMThttps://samholstein.com/america-is-monogamous-by-default/https://samholstein.com/america-is-monogamous-by-default/But should we be?Tue, 17 Jul 2018 20:03:03 GMThttps://samholstein.com/a-primer-on-positive-vs-negative-rights/https://samholstein.com/a-primer-on-positive-vs-negative-rights/In Other Words, Why You Don’t Have A Right to HealthcareMon, 21 May 2018 01:20:07 GMThttps://samholstein.com/american-healthcare-doesn-t-care-about-curing-anything/https://samholstein.com/american-healthcare-doesn-t-care-about-curing-anything/Today while cooking breakfast, I saw a magazine on my kitchen island open to this ad.Wed, 16 May 2018 03:27:32 GMThttps://samholstein.com/western-yoga-is-a-great-example-of-cultural-appropriation/https://samholstein.com/western-yoga-is-a-great-example-of-cultural-appropriation/For the past several years, I’ve experimented with yoga by following along with yoga youtube videos once a month. One day, it sank in that…Fri, 27 Apr 2018 17:20:38 GMThttps://samholstein.com/the-secret-to-having-enough-time/https://samholstein.com/the-secret-to-having-enough-time/Say no to things that aren’t worth itSat, 14 Apr 2018 14:48:25 GMT