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Life's been hitting me a bit harder than usual lately. Our oldest is heading of to college in a month and the house is already starting to feel different. To top it all off, my wife lost her job and I can tell she’s unhappy. Honestly, I'm feeling a bit lost myself. Wish I had some magic answers, you know? The only thing I know is that I won't give up. So, have you ever felt like change was trying to bury you? How'd you cope?

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📰 News & Notes

Overwhelmed by Tech Choices? StackRadar Makes Finding the Perfect Tools Easy

StackRadar is one of my favorite resources for discovering new tools. They categorize tools into "stacks" based on the types of work you do. For example, the Educator Stack includes tools for planning and creating content, delivering courses, community platforms, and managing research and admin work. Their guides and comparisons help you choose the best tools to suit your needs.

🎯Take away:StackRadar is a curation of the best online tech tools, designed to empower anyone to upgrade their tech stack.

Screen apnea: What happens to our breath when we type, tap, scroll

Are you breathing right now? If not, it could be due to screen apnea, which is a term coined by Linda Stone to describe shallow breathing while using screens, like when typing, scrolling, or watching TV. We often focus so intently on screens that we forget to breathe normally. This can lead to stress and health problems like a faster heart rate and not getting enough oxygen. To avoid screen apnea, you can take regular breaks, practice mindful breathing exercises, and maintain good posture.

🎯Take away:Shallow breathing while using screens can cause stress and health problems, but taking breaks and focusing on your breathing can help.

How To Use Automatic Compliance Triggers

Roger Dooley talks with behavioral marketing expert Nancy Harhut to unpack the idea of automatic compliance triggers. These are subconscious nudges that sway people's choices. She explains the psychology behind them and gives practical pointers for marketers and communicators to use them for better results. Understanding these hidden influences helps craft powerful messages that get people to act.

🎯Take away: Using subconscious nudges can boost the effectiveness of your efforts by tapping into subconscious decision-making processes.

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🧳 Where’s Mike?

• Elai EdTalks Live Podcast, Online, July 22

• MyQuest Webinar: How to Create Powerful Visuals to Captivate & Engage Learners, Online, July 29

• SANS Security Awareness: Managing Human Risk Summit 2024, Online, August 1

• Greater Cincinnati ATD, Online, September 4

• DevLearn, Las Vegas, November 6-8

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