What's on Your Bookshelf?

In this episode of What’s on Your Bookshelf, Sam Powell and Denise Russo tackle one of the most overwhelming areas of modern work: digital clutter.From overflowing inboxes to endless notifications, this conversation explores how our devices may be quietly draining our focus, energy, and performance.In this episode we discuss:* Why digital clutter (emails, files, apps) creates constant distraction and hidden stress.* How to decide what to keep using three simple filters:* Do I need this for future work?* Will this inspire or inform me?* Does it bring any sense of value or joy?* The reality that more storage isn’t a solution — it’s often just avoiding the decision to clean things up.* Why notifications, emails, and messaging tools can interrupt deep work and lower performance.* How intentional boundaries (filters, rules, turning off notifications) can help you take back control of your time and attention.One Big TakeawayDigital clutter isn’t just sitting in your inbox.It’s sitting in your attention — pulling you away from the work that actually matters.Why This Episode MattersIf your day feels scattered, reactive, or constantly interrupted…there’s a good chance your digital environment is part of the problem.This episode gives you a simple starting point:Filter. Delete. Simplify. Reclaim your focus.Coming NextIn the next episode, Sam and Denise take it one level deeper — exploring how to declutter your time and focus on what actually deserves your energy.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

In this episode of What’s on Your Bookshelf, Sam Powell and Denise Russo continue through Marie Kondo’s The Joy at Work with a practical conversation about tidying your physical workspace — and why your desk may be affecting more than your productivity.In this episode we discuss:* Why clearing your workspace can help clear your mind — especially when work already feels chaotic.* How to tidy by category, not one random item at a time.* Why decluttering often brings up deeper questions about money, guilt, identity, and sunk costs.* The role of gratitude in letting things go instead of treating tidying like a cold purge.* How the things we keep can reveal our values, priorities, and next version of ourselves.One Big TakeawayTidying your workspace isn’t really about having a prettier desk.It’s about deciding what still belongs in the life and work you’re trying to build.Why This Episode MattersIf your desk, office, or job search space feels cluttered, this episode gives you a practical place to start:Sort by category. Decide with intention. Let go with gratitude.Coming NextNext week, Sam and Denise move from physical clutter to digital clutter — including emails, files, and the inboxes that quietly run our lives.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

In this episode of What’s on Your Bookshelf, Sam Powell and Denise Russo continue their conversation on Marie Kondo’s The Joy at Work by digging into a question almost everybody knows too well:Why do we keep falling back into clutter — even after we clean things up?This episode moves beyond tidying as a task and gets into the deeper mindset, identity, and work-life vision needed to actually sustain change.In this episode we discuss:* Why clutter isn’t just about mess — it’s often a sign of unclear priorities, unclear identity, or an unclear vision for how you want to work.* The powerful link between mindset and maintenance — and why people who stay organized usually start with a clear picture of the life and work style they want.* How to visualize your ideal work life in practical detail, including your environment, schedule, energy, and daily rhythms.* Marie Kondo’s three categories of workplace joy:* things that directly spark joy* things that provide functional joy* things that lead to future joy* Why tidying is not really about throwing things away — it’s about keeping what supports your best self and removing what gets in the way.One Big TakeawayYou don’t stay organized just because you cleaned up once.You stay organized because you got clear on who you want to be and what kind of work life actually supports that version of you.Why This Episode MattersThis one gets to the real game:Not just how to tidy.But how to stop rebuilding the same mess.Because clutter usually comes back when your systems don’t match your life.Coming NextIn the next episode, Sam and Denise get into the practical step-by-step process of tidying — how to sort, what to keep, and how to create a workspace that actually works for you.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

In this episode of What’s on Your Bookshelf, Sam Powell and Denise Russo begin their journey through Marie Kondo’s The Joy at Work and explore how clutter at work affects more than just your desk — it impacts your stress, focus, energy, and even your sense of purpose.This conversation is about more than tidying. It’s about creating a work life that feels lighter, calmer, and more intentional.In this episode we discuss:* Why physical clutter at work creates mental clutter too — and how it quietly drains productivity, motivation, and peace.* The surprising connection between messy environments, higher stress, and rising cortisol levels.* How clutter shows up in more than your office — including emails, meetings, papers, and unfinished decisions.* Why creating a tidy, intentional workspace can improve not just performance, but also confidence, self-esteem, and clarity.* A deeper reframe on tidying: it’s not just about neatness — it’s about discovering what kind of work style actually supports the life you want.One Big TakeawayA cluttered workspace doesn’t just slow your work.It can quietly shape your stress, your attention, and the way you feel about your life.Sometimes the first leadership move is simpler than we think:Clear the space.Why This Episode MattersIf work has felt heavy lately, this episode offers a different question:What if the problem isn’t only the workload…but the clutter surrounding how you do it?Coming NextIn the next episode, Sam and Denise dig into why people fall back into clutter — and what it takes to actually create a work environment that stays aligned with what matters most.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

In this episode of What’s on Your Bookshelf, Sam Powell and Denise Russo shift the conversation from internal mindset work to how clutter shows up in your work and daily life.This discussion explores how mental clutter doesn’t just stay in your head — it spills into your environment, your schedule, and ultimately your performance.In this episode we discuss:* How mental clutter and physical clutter are deeply connected — and how one reinforces the other.* Why being “busy” can actually be a sign of disorganization rather than effectiveness.* The hidden cost of clutter on focus, decision-making, and productivity.* Simple ways to start creating clarity in your environment and your thinking.* Why intentional structure isn’t restrictive — it’s what creates freedom and control.One Big TakeawayClarity isn’t something you find.It’s something you create — by removing what doesn’t belong.Why This Episode MattersMost people try to solve performance problems by doing more.But often the real move is the opposite:Clear space. Simplify. Focus.Because when your environment is cluttered……your thinking usually is too.Coming NextIn the next episode, the conversation builds on this by exploring how to create systems and structure that actually support consistent performance — without burning yourself out.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

In this episode of What’s on Your Bookshelf, Sam Powell and Denise Russo wrap up their journey through Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess by focusing on how to actually live this work day-to-day.After unpacking the science, habits, and patterns throughout the book, this final conversation brings everything together into one core question:How do you turn awareness into a real, repeatable lifestyle?In this episode we discuss:* Why knowledge alone doesn’t create change — and why your daily routine is where transformation actually happens.* How your morning routine sets the tone for your entire day — and why grabbing your phone first might be working against you.* The reality that we’re more connected than ever — yet more distracted, overwhelmed, and disconnected internally.* A practical breakdown of Dr. Leaf’s daily system — including mental habits, “thinker moments,” and intentional resets throughout the day.* Why real change isn’t about adding more time — it’s about integrating better thinking into the life you already live.One Big TakeawayYou don’t need a completely new life to change your mind.You need a new way to run your current one — intentionally, daily, and on purpose.Why This Episode MattersThis is where the book stops being theory.And starts becoming a playbook.Because the difference between knowing and changing……is what you do when you wake up tomorrow.Coming NextNext up, the conversation shifts from the mind to the workplace — exploring how to unclutter your work and rethink how you show up professionally.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

In this episode of What’s on Your Bookshelf, Sam Powell and Denise Russo explore the chapter on habits and toxic thinking patterns from Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess.The conversation shifts from understanding your thoughts to changing them — breaking patterns that no longer serve you and building ones that do.In this episode we discuss:* Why toxic thoughts can become habits — and how they quietly shape your behavior over time.* The difference between managing a thought vs. rewiring it at the root.* How the brain forms automatic thinking patterns — and why awareness is the first step to change.* Using the Neurocycle process to interrupt and replace unhelpful mental habits.* Why lasting change requires intentional repetition, not quick fixes.One Big TakeawayYou don’t just “have” thoughts.You practice them — over and over — until they become your default.Change the practice, and you change the pattern.Coming NextIn the next episode, the conversation builds on this foundation by exploring how to create sustainable mental routines that support clarity, focus, and long-term growth.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

In this episode of What’s on Your Bookshelf, Sam Powell and Denise Russo tackle one of the most challenging chapters in Dr. Caroline Leaf’s book Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess — the chapter on trauma and how our minds process painful experiences.The conversation explores why suppressing difficult thoughts often makes things worse and how learning to process them intentionally can help us heal and move forward.In this episode we discuss:* The difference between “Big T” trauma and “Little t” trauma — and why both deserve attention and validation.* Why avoiding painful thoughts can actually harm our long-term mental and physical health.* How the Neurocycle process can help people reconceptualize painful memories instead of suppressing them.* Practical grounding techniques like box breathing and the 5-4-3-2-1 sensory exercise to calm the mind during stressful moments.* Why healing trauma often takes time, patience, and repeated cycles of reflection and processing.One Big TakeawayHealing isn’t about pretending painful things never happened.It’s about learning to look at those experiences differently so they no longer control your thoughts, reactions, or future.A Note for ListenersThis episode discusses trauma and emotional healing. While the ideas in the book can be powerful tools, professional therapy and support can also play an important role when working through deeper experiences.Coming NextIn the next episode, the conversation shifts from trauma toward breaking bad habits and building healthier mental patterns that support long-term resilience.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

In this episode of What’s on Your Bookshelf, Sam Powell and Denise Russo dive deeper into Dr. Caroline Leaf’s book Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess and explore the chapter where the ideas finally become practical.After weeks of building the foundation, this conversation focuses on how to actually train your mind and strengthen your brain through daily mental habits.In this episode we discuss:* Why learning alone isn’t enough — and why transformation only happens when you apply what you’re learning.* The idea that your brain is “hungry” for the thoughts you feed it and how that shapes your mental resilience.* A powerful comparison between mental training and physical training — building your brain like you would build muscle.* How small daily practices can improve focus, sleep, emotional regulation, and decision-making.* The 5-step Neurocycle process for strengthening your thinking and processing ideas more deeply:* Gather* Reflect* Write* Recheck* Active Reach One Big TakeawayMost people consume ideas.Few people process them deeply enough for real change.This episode explores how slowing down, reflecting, writing, and sharing ideas can turn learning into lasting transformation.Coming NextIn the next episode, the conversation moves into one of the book’s most powerful topics: Using the Neurocycle to detox stress, trauma, and toxic thought patterns.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

This episode dives into Chapter 10 of Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess by Caroline Leaf — and the science behind why real mental change takes 63 days, not just 21.Sam and Denise unpack:* Why 21 days builds awareness — but 63 days builds automation* What actually happens in your brain during habit formation* The emotional benchmarks you’ll hit (from excitement to doubt to resolve to peace)* Why “little by little, then all at once” is neurologically true* The power of accountability in sustaining change* How forgetting works — and how to stop feeding toxic thoughts* Why rewiring your brain is self-leadership in actionKey takeaway:You don’t just start change — you sustain it. Seven to thirty minutes a day for 63 days can literally reshape your neural pathways.This episode is practical, grounded, and motivating — especially if you’ve ever quit something on Day 10 and wondered what went wrong.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

This week, Denise and Sam move from theory to practical brain training.If you’ve ever:* Reacted when you meant to respond* Spiraled into negativity* Felt hijacked by stress* Wanted “peaceful control” but couldn’t quite reach itThis episode gives you tools to interrupt the spiral and retrain your thinking.What You’ll Learn:* The difference between reacting and responding (the 30–90 second rule)* Why self-regulation is trainable — not a personality trait* How to shift from anxiety to “peaceful control”* The 3:1 positivity reset (rewiring negative thought cycles)* Visualization tools:* The Box Technique* The Window Technique* The Suit of Armor* The Rewind TechniqueThis episode blends neuroscience, parenting stories, job-search rejection, and everyday frustration (yes, including the sock saga) into something powerful:👉 You don’t eliminate discomfort.👉 You learn to manage it.👉 And that’s where freedom starts.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

This week, we hit the halfway point of Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess and shift from science to application.The big idea?The steps to change your thinking are simple — but not easy.We unpack Dr. Caroline Leaf’s 5-Step Neurocycle:* Gather – Face the thought instead of avoiding it* Reflect – Go beneath the surface* Write – Process it consciously* Recheck – Prune, graft, reframe* Active Reach – Stabilize and build forwardKey takeaways from this episode:* Emotions aren’t weaknesses — they’re warning signals.* You can’t change what you refuse to acknowledge.* Healing isn’t replacing a bad thought with a happy one.* It’s integrating your story so it stops owning you.* Growth isn’t ripping the tree out — it’s pruning and regrafting.We talk about grief, stress, hustle culture, deep thinking, and why awareness literally changes your brain chemistry.If you feel stuck in a recurring thought pattern, this episode gives you a practical framework to begin rewiring it.👉 Read along with us in Chapter 8.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. Next week: Directing your brain for change.We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

What we unpack in this episodeDenise and Sam break down one of the biggest ideas in the book so far: your mind is not your brain — it’s separate yet inseparable, and your mind can change your brain. They explore the different layers of mind, how thoughts actually form, and why your emotions and body signals are often your first “heads up” that something deeper is happening below the surface.Key takeaways* Mind ≠ brain. The brain responds to the mind — it doesn’t “force” you to do things.* Four levels to mind activity: conscious, subconscious, non-conscious, and unconscious (dreaming).* Dr. Leaf’s “tree model”:* Leaves = conscious thoughts* Branches/trunk = subconscious (the bridge)* Roots = nonconscious (where the deep entanglement lives)* A thought isn’t just a thought — it contains layers of memories (informational, emotional, physical).* The non-conscious processes at extreme speed — and the conscious mind can lag behind by ~10 seconds, which is why you often feel a body signal before you “understand” what’s happening.* Epigenetics enters the chat: thoughts, stress, and environment can influence what gets “switched on/off” in the body.🎧 Listen now and understand what your mind really is and what that means for you. 📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

This week we get practical: What does the science actually mean for you?We talk about how mind management helps you move from awareness to empowerment — so you can catch toxic thought patterns early instead of living in the spiral.A few big moments:* cognitive dissonance (that inner conflict you can’t ignore forever)* “pay the bill or pay the price” (Denise’s water softener story = 🔥)* stress isn’t the enemy — toxic stress is* your brain and body don’t lie… they reflect what you repeat🎧 Listen in. And if you’re reading with us, keep going. This book doesn’t just explain your patterns — it gives you a way through them.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. P.S. If you want a free Agile Brain Assessment, message us — no strings attached.We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

This week we’re in Chapter 4: The Research — the “proof” chapter of Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess.We talk about what Dr. Leaf actually measured in her studies — from autonomy + awareness to anxiety/depression scales, brain activity, and even physical health markers — and why the data matters.Big takeaway: awareness without tools can spiral… but awareness with a process becomes empowerment.And no, you don’t get away with not dealing with your stuff — eventually your mind, brain, and body collect the bill.Next week we shift from the “what” to the “how” — and get closer to the five-step cycle.🎧 Listen now.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

This week, we’re in Chapter 3 of Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess — the chapter where things get real.We talk about:* Why anxiety, burnout, and irritability are warning signals, not personal failures* How mind management isn’t “woo” — it shows up in your body, brain, and biology* The difference between changing your situation vs. changing your relationship to it* Why real habit change isn’t 21 days — and what actually makes it stick* How self-leadership today shapes your future — and the people who come after youThis episode is heavy — but hopeful.It’s the moment the book stops circling the problem and starts pointing toward a process.🎧 Listen now, and get ready — next week we go deeper into the research.📖 Buy the book and come along on the adventure with us. We’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

We dig into Chapter Two of Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess by Dr. Caroline Leaf and explain why mind management is the lever for change. We separate mind from brain, outline a five-step neurocycle, and share practical ways to catch and edit thoughts.• the urgency behind mind management and lifestyle trends• difference between mind and brain and why it matters• thoughts as precursors to actions and results• how to catch and edit toxic thought patterns• neuroplasticity and rewiring automatic responses• five-step neurocycle: gather, reflect, write, recheck, active reach• the 63-day habit timeline and realistic expectations• using emotions as guideposts for change• applying tools across work and life without silosWe are giving no strings attached, absolutely free, an Agile Brain exercise and assessment that helps you look at your subconscious thinkingWe’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

We kick off a new year and series with Dr. Caroline Leaf’s Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess, linking emotional warning signals to health, performance, and leadership. We share why mind management beats quick fixes and how small, steady practices rewire thought patterns for real change.• five-step mind management as a response to stress signals• the difference between mind and brain and why it matters• how toxic thinking drives inflammation and disease risk• turning emotion into data, not directives• from information overload to deep, applied learning• self-leadership practices that improve team outcomes• practical pacing for reading, reflection and habit changeWe’re so excited you’re here and would love to hear from you.How to reach us:Denise: LinkedIn | Substack | School of Thoughts LinkedIn Sam: LinkedIn | Substack | LeadtheGame’s Career Locker Room | WebsiteSubscribe and Review on Apple and Spotify.Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com

Welcome to What’s on Your Bookshelf a life and leadership podcast where we’re living out loud the pages of the books that are on our shelves. In this episode, we map out a year to declutter life and leadership, moving from neuroscience-backed habit change to practical workplace cleanup, stronger boundaries, and a disciplined pursuit of less. Four books guide the path: Dr. Caroline Leaf, Marie Kondo at work, Mel Robbins, and Greg McKeown.• theme of the year set as decluttering life across mind, work, relationships, priorities• recap of past arcs from happiness to facing obstacles• why we start with neuroscience and long-term habit formation• introduction to Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess and the five-step approach• workplace clutter, meeting hygiene, email and file systems• relationships, boundaries and the Let Them mindset• essentialism as the filter for fewer, better commitments• invitations for coaching, cohorts and deeper book clubsWe’re so excited that you’re here and can’t wait to explore this year with you. Connect with us on our LinkedIn page School of Thoughts . We also value your reviews, subscribing, and sharing our podcast “What’s On Your Bookshelf?” on Apple and Spotify.Connect to Denise.Connect to Sam. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit woyb.substack.com