#CoolShit 05.20.20

Shelby Erickson

May 20, 2020

Happy Wednesday!

So I need your help!

If you’re working with a cool purpose driven business or non-profit, let me know.

If you have a friend working with a cool purpose driven business or non-profit, let me know.

If you there is a purpose driven business or non-profit that you love or I should know about, let me know.

Thank you!

See you tomorrow!

-Shelby

“Dad, how do I…”

God bless this man! He made a YouTube channel full of answers to mundane questions that you would ask your dad - for those who can’t ask their dad.

Seriously, this guy deserves all the awards.

Shoutout to my pops who, to this day, still answers these questions for me!

via: Dad, how do I?

Bill Gates summer reading list

Most of my conversations and meetings these days are about COVID-19 and how we can stem the tide. But I’m also often asked about what I am reading and watching—either because people want to learn more about pandemics, or because they are looking for a distraction. I’m always happy to talk about great books and TV shows (and to hear what other people are doing, since I’m usually in the market for recommendations).
So, in addition to the five new book reviews I always write for my summer book list, I included a number of other recommendations. I hope you find something that catches your interest.

via: Gates Notes

New Zealand recommending 4-day work weeks

New Zealand’s prime minister Jacinda Ardern has suggested employers consider a four-day working week and other flexible working options as a way to boost tourism and help employees address persistent work/life balance issues.

So lets recap here…

Little to no COVID. Progressive leader. 4-day work weeks. Stunning scenery. The All Blacks haka. Home of Lord Of The Rings… What are the arguments AGAINST living in New Zealand?

via: The Garudian

St. Vincent, New York acoustic

I just can’t get enough of how weird & talented Ms. Clark is.

How to deal with troubling thoughts

It’s hard out here for all of us.

Here are some practical steps you can take to change your relationship with unwanted intrusive thoughts and, in the process, teach your mind that, although they might seem disturbing or uncomfortable, your thoughts are not dangerous.
Acknowledge and label your intrusive thoughts.
Write down your intrusive thoughts.
Validate your intrusive thoughts.
Validate your own emotional response.
Redirect your attention.

via: psyche.co