Interrupt some routines! (Thoughts on applying theatrical improvisation principles to daily life)
After reading some books on improvisation, I’ve put together some thoughts on applying the techniques to our daily lives in ways that may be valuable
On “Impro”
Some notes on the classic book “Impro” (about theatrical improvisation) by Keith Johnstone
On “The Breakout Principle”
Notes and reflections on a book by Herbert Benson and William Proctor, related to the concept of creative incubation
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Increasing mental energy: reflections at the end of week 5
Reflections on the fifth week of a 13-week experiment
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Monthly update: September 2026
things I’ve been thinking about or doing this month
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Identifying your key values: advice from “What Works”
Some quick notes and reflections on advice from the book “What Works” by Tara McMullin
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Spiders of Paradise
Reflections on an exhibition about peacock spiders
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On “Circadian Rhythms: A Very Short Introduction”
Quick notes on a short book about circadian rhythms
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Increasing mental energy: reflections at the end of week 4
Reflections on the fourth week of a 13-week experiment
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Increasing mental energy: reflections at the end of week 3
Reflections on the third week of a 13-week experiment
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