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The 5-Minute Habit Reset That Actually Works
When a habit falls apart for weeks, my instinct is to go harder. Here's why going smaller first is what actually gets it restarted and why the 5-minute rule works...
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Why I Quit Every Productivity App and Went Back to Paper
I downloaded 47 productivity apps and abandoned every single one. This is the paper system I use instead and why it works when everything digital fails my ADHD brain.
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The 6pm Shift: How to Be More Present With Your Family After Work
I kept showing up at the dinner table without actually arriving. This is the 6pm ritual that helped me close the gap between being home and actually being present.
The Real Reason You Keep Reaching for Your Phone
Most phone habit advice targets the surface behavior. I dig into what's actually happening underneath the compulsive reach and why that changes the whole approach to fixing it.
The 6pm Shift: How to Be More Present With Your Family After Work
I kept showing up at the dinner table without actually arriving. This is the 6pm ritual that helped me close the gap between being home and actually being present.
Why You Keep Scrolling When You Know You Should Stop
I caught myself watching TikTok in the shower at 8am. This is what that moment taught me about compulsive scrolling and why the real fix has nothing to do with...
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Winning Wednesday
Hi, I'm Cathryn Lavery, founder of BestSelf, and I write Winning Wednesday each week as your mid-week reset button.
Here's what you'll get:
- 5-minute productivity hacks that save you hours each week
- Evidence-based insights on productivity, relationships, and well-being
- Actionable challenges that build momentum in every area of your life
- Curated resources & tools to inspire and support your journey
Join over 150,000+ people like you who rely on Winning Wednesday for actionable strategies to boost productivity, deepen relationships, and create meaningful progress – delivered exactly when you need it most.
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This isn't another promotional email cluttering your inbox. Every Winning Wednesday delivers genuinely useful content you can implement immediately. No fluff, no sales pitches. Just actionable insights when you need them most
I chose Wednesday because it's when motivation naturally dips (they don't call it hump day for nothing). It's the perfect moment for a reset that helps you finish your week stronger.
With an ADHD-friendly format, each edition respects your time while providing maximum value.
My goal? To make this the most valuable email you receive all week, one that consistently builds momentum in your work, relationships, and personal growth.
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WW #35 What If Your Delays Are Actually Protecting You?
Last Thursday, I found myself sitting in Austin airport, watching torrential rain pound against the windows while my flight sat delayed on the tarmac. My ADHD brain was spinning worst-case...
WW #11 ADHD Parent? Systems Beat Chaos (Even on Snow Days)
My ADHD Brain's Secret Weapon for Snow Days & Family Chaos: Systems! Writing this from an unexpected snow day in Austin, juggling work calls and a toddler transforming blankets into...
WW #10 Beat the Progress Paradox & Overcome Perfectionism 🎯
The Progress Paradox: Why 'Perfect' is Your Biggest Obstacle This morning, I found myself ensnared in a classic trap: staring at a significant project, endlessly thinking, "Just a few more...
WW #9 Make Habits Stick in 2025 (It's Easier Than You Think) 🔒
Make Your Habits Stick in 2025: The Secret Isn't Willpower Why does most habit advice fall short? It often hinges on the flawed assumption that we always have enough willpower...
WW #8 Are Your 2025 Goals Truly Yours? (Authenticity Check)
Happy New Year! Are Your 2025 Goals Actually Yours? Happy New Year! Here’s a common trap in goal-setting: we often choose goals that sound impressive to others, rather than ones...
WW#33 I Sold My Company. Then I Bought It Back: Building a Business for Fulfillment, Not Proof
I Sold My Company. Then I Bought It Back. Two and a half years ago, I made a significant decision: I sold BestSelf to private equity. My daughter was just...
WW #34 The Productivity Hack Hiding in Your House (And Why My Family Had to Leave)
The Productivity Hack Hiding in Your House (And Why My Family Had to Leave) Daycare closed for summer last week. If you're a parent, you know that sentence hits like...
WW #7 Reflect Before Resolving - Vision for 2025 🎄
Happy Holidays! Before You Write Your 2025 Goals, Read This 🎄 Happy Holidays! As I write this, I'm reflecting on the delightful ironies of life – like my daughter's current...
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