Great insights here, which tally with some of the conclusions I've come to after spending too much time indulging in some of the poor practices discussed. Days when I don't start by scrolling on the phone definitely have a better feel to them. And yes to day-dreaming! (The bath I find to be a good place for that.)

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Alexander Powell
Alexander Powell

Written by Alexander Powell

Publishing technologist, editor and sometime(s) philosopher of biology

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