This was an interesting article about language and how our mother tongue is a strong connector to our personal history, even if we haven’t spoken that language for years. As I read the linguistics article, I thought about the unique blend of food that I grew up with (Iraqi kibbeh and Japanese sushi = winning … More Get Lit with Kit #8
This Goals v. Systems article has been floating around in the fitness and education spheres recently. James Clear presents a great analysis of how a little bit of concrete work every day actually leads to accomplishing goals. It’s process oriented and quite useful if you’re the type of person who is motivated to set goals but struggles … More Get Lit with Kit #7
This past week, a friend marveled at how I “get so much done” between work, training, music, and other pursuits. I think my productivity results from a lack of “multitasking” abilities. I am keenly aware that when I try to engage more than one activity, it all falls apart (I learned this lesson 20 years … More Get Lit with Kit #6
I overcommitted (no surprises there) and have been extremely stressed out for the past few weeks. While talking to my coach, I realized that a lot of my stress is all self created because I think everything needs to be handled immediately. Obviously, my focus for the next week will be: “Don’t invent unnecessary urgency.” … More Get Lit with Kit #5
The 3 Hour Swing was something I stumbled across recently. It’s an interesting concept with clear benefit. If you’re a music lover, you might struggle with choosing just one playlist because, let’s face it, music is life. This article deconstructs music and the type of music that would be most beneficial for you and your task. … More Get Lit with Kit #4
The new year is well underway and I have a few exciting projects that I am working on. One of them is a deep introspection using The Self Authoring Suite. It’s been keeping me busy for over a month as I reflect on who I am and what I want to be (because for some strange … More Get Lit with Kit #3
I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting over the past week. Here are some of the things that have influenced my thinking and helped me consider the type of person I want to be over the next year… This is a link to the Tim Ferriss blogspot. I do make a concerted effort to speak … More Get Lit with Kit #2
I just finished recording 4 new tracks for my second album “Daughter of a Refugee”. The songs are hot and I can’t wait to perform them … once I start performing again. Here’s a taste of I Against All. A good friend compiled a list of “Bests” from 2016. Check out his recommendations for books, movies, … More Get Lit with Kit #1
Find the balance. 