Some research suggests that may not be as effective as reading. Its easier for your mind to wander which means you might not be able to remember everything. However it is still very useful and much better than not reading at all Other studies show that over time there is almost no difference in how well people understand information depending on how they received it reading or listening. A lot will depend on your personal experience. When you listen to a podcast or audiobook are you able to remember what you learned when you tell someone else about it Can you listen to audiobooks and concentrate on what is being read to you Do you remember the key concepts covered in the books As long as youre gaining knowledge audiobooks can be a great substitute for reading. Listen to them in the car put one on while you cook dinner or put on your headphones and listen while you exercise. Start reading every day and see how it will change your life and work.
Meditation Many executives use meditation as a way to relax and stay focused throughout the day. Here are some words you might know Jeff Weiner LinkedIn William Clay Ford Jr. Ford Marc phot editor Benioff SalesForce Arianna Huffington Huffington Post Oprah Winfrey Ellen Degeneres Tim Ferriss hours Russell Simmons Def Jam Records Bill Gates Bill Gates Microsoft All of these entrepreneurs meditate daily or used to meditate during the founding periods of their companies. Research shows that the benefits of meditation include Stress management Selfawareness Greater focus on the present Encouraging creativity and imagination Improving patience Finding new perspectives on circumstances MeditationImage source Unsplash The great thing is that these benefits dont just last for an hour or two after meditating. Regular meditation helps to maintain these benefits permanently. There are many different types of meditation. Even yoga can be used as a form of meditation if you learn to follow meditation techniques during it. Meditating for just minutes a day is enough to start experiencing some of the benefits.
You can meditate in the morning when you wake up in the evening before you go to bed during your lunch break or any other time that suits you. Exercising By now you probably already know about the beneficial effects of exercise on physical health. It can strengthen the body help prevent injuries increase energy and improve overall wellbeing. Did you know that in addition to physical health benefits exercise is also associated with mental health benefits ExercisingImage source Unsplash Thats why so many successful people try to exercise every day What can exercise do for your mental health Research shows that physical activity contributes to A sharper memory Clearer thinking Better sleep quality Higher selfconfidence Greater mental fortitude Easier to concentrate Longer attention span Improved problem solving and critical thinking Less stress and better stress management More stable mood and emotions Although it sounds too good to be true it really isnt.