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In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, this post explores how intention, self‑kindness, and the small choices we make each day become gifts to the person we’re becoming. Think of it as writing a love letter to your future self: one act of care at a time
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Love Letters to Your Future Self: A February Productivity Romance
It’s February, and love is in the air, but before you buy chocolates for someone else, let’s talk about the most important relationship you have: the one with ‘Future You’. …
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February 14, 2026 at 3:48 PM
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, this post explores how intention, self‑kindness, and the small choices we make each day become gifts to the person we’re becoming. Think of it as writing a love letter to your future self: one act of care at a time
rhythmsofproductivity.wordpress.com/2026/02/14/l...
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I was recently invited to contribute to a special issue focused on social support and community reintegration for individuals with substance use histories. I’m planning to prepare the final chapter of my dissertation for submission, and I’m hopeful it will be a strong fit for the issue.
February 14, 2026 at 3:26 PM
I was recently invited to contribute to a special issue focused on social support and community reintegration for individuals with substance use histories. I’m planning to prepare the final chapter of my dissertation for submission, and I’m hopeful it will be a strong fit for the issue.
In our rush to optimize every moment, we forget that pauses aren’t wasted time. They’re the spaces where clarity, creativity, and renewal emerge. This post explores how reclaiming the pause can change our productivity and help us work w/more intention.
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The Lost Art of the Pause
I used to think my impatience meant something was wrong with me.
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February 7, 2026 at 2:12 PM
In our rush to optimize every moment, we forget that pauses aren’t wasted time. They’re the spaces where clarity, creativity, and renewal emerge. This post explores how reclaiming the pause can change our productivity and help us work w/more intention.
productivitymirage.substack.com/p/the-lost-a...
productivitymirage.substack.com/p/the-lost-a...
In this piece, I explore how small acts of kindness ripple outward, strengthening collaboration, trust, and even efficiency. Far from being a soft skill, kindness can be a powerful driver of sustainable productivity.
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The Kindness Boomerang: Why Being Nice Isn’t Just Nice. It’s Productive.
Picture this: You’re racing to a 2 PM deadline, your coffee’s gone cold, and your brain feels like scrambled eggs. Then your coworker Sarah swings by your desk with a fresh cup of coffe…
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February 6, 2026 at 6:35 PM
In this piece, I explore how small acts of kindness ripple outward, strengthening collaboration, trust, and even efficiency. Far from being a soft skill, kindness can be a powerful driver of sustainable productivity.
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rhythmsofproductivity.wordpress.com/2026/02/06/t...
Just finished reviewing a manuscript for Addictive Behaviors Reports. It is always rewarding to engage with new research in this field. I now have another review lined up for Quantitative Criminology, which I’m looking forward to.
February 6, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Just finished reviewing a manuscript for Addictive Behaviors Reports. It is always rewarding to engage with new research in this field. I now have another review lined up for Quantitative Criminology, which I’m looking forward to.
Big wins don’t come from sudden flashes of genius. They come from small, consistent steps that compound over time. In this post, I break down how the 1% Rule can transform your creative process.
#Creativity #Productivity #Consistency
Read here👉
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#Creativity #Productivity #Consistency
Read here👉
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The 1% Rule: Why Winning at Creativity Has Nothing to Do With Big Breakthroughs
I’ve been thinking a lot about lightbulbs lately. Not the Edison kind (though we’ll get there), but the metaphorical ones: those ‘aha!’ moments we’re all chasing. The …
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January 28, 2026 at 2:55 PM
Big wins don’t come from sudden flashes of genius. They come from small, consistent steps that compound over time. In this post, I break down how the 1% Rule can transform your creative process.
#Creativity #Productivity #Consistency
Read here👉
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#Creativity #Productivity #Consistency
Read here👉
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In my latest paper, Substance use stigma reduces trust and informational support: experimental evidence across risk and relationship contexts, I explore how stigma surrounding substance use affects trust and support from friends and family.
#SubstanceUse #Stigma
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#SubstanceUse #Stigma
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Substance use stigma reduces trust and informational support: experimental evidence across risk and relationship contexts.
This study examines how stigma surrounding substance use affects trust and social support from friends and family. I found that individuals with addiction histories often face reduced trust and inform
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January 27, 2026 at 9:47 PM
In my latest paper, Substance use stigma reduces trust and informational support: experimental evidence across risk and relationship contexts, I explore how stigma surrounding substance use affects trust and support from friends and family.
#SubstanceUse #Stigma
soundcloud.com/dr-ivan-flor...
#SubstanceUse #Stigma
soundcloud.com/dr-ivan-flor...
Most productivity advice says “try harder.” But effort alone is costly and often unsustainable. What looks like discipline is usually smart design. If showing up feels hard every day, the problem isn’t you. It’s your system.
👉 Read the full post here: productivitymirage.substack.com/p/discipline...
👉 Read the full post here: productivitymirage.substack.com/p/discipline...
Discipline Isn’t the Problem.
Most productivity advice treats discipline as the answer to everything.
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January 25, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Most productivity advice says “try harder.” But effort alone is costly and often unsustainable. What looks like discipline is usually smart design. If showing up feels hard every day, the problem isn’t you. It’s your system.
👉 Read the full post here: productivitymirage.substack.com/p/discipline...
👉 Read the full post here: productivitymirage.substack.com/p/discipline...
I’m excited to share that my most recent publication, “Substance use stigma reduces trust and informational support: experimental evidence across risk and relationship contexts”, has now been published in Harm Reduction Journal.
You can access the article:
link.springer.com/article/10.1...
You can access the article:
link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Substance use stigma reduces trust and informational support: experimental evidence across risk and relationship contexts - Harm Reduction Journal
Background This study investigates the impact of addiction history on interpersonal trust and access to social support. Specifically, it explores whether people exhibit decreased trust toward individu...
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January 23, 2026 at 8:30 PM
I’m excited to share that my most recent publication, “Substance use stigma reduces trust and informational support: experimental evidence across risk and relationship contexts”, has now been published in Harm Reduction Journal.
You can access the article:
link.springer.com/article/10.1...
You can access the article:
link.springer.com/article/10.1...
New year, same struggle with motivation? This guide breaks down the science of actually getting work done. These aren't productivity hacks. They're proven strategies that work when willpower fails.
Read here:
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Read here:
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The 2026 Field Guide to Actually Getting Stuff Done
Welcome back, productivity enthusiasts. It’s January 2026, and you know what that means: you’re either crushing your goals or you’re currently reading this article instead of doin…
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January 22, 2026 at 11:30 PM
New year, same struggle with motivation? This guide breaks down the science of actually getting work done. These aren't productivity hacks. They're proven strategies that work when willpower fails.
Read here:
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Read here:
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It’s completely normal to feel like you’ve forgotten how to work.
I’ve put together a new post on finding your groove after the holidays, with simple strategies that don’t demand superhuman willpower. Remember: you’re rebooting, not failing.
rhythmsofproductivity.wordpress.com/2026/01/05/t...
I’ve put together a new post on finding your groove after the holidays, with simple strategies that don’t demand superhuman willpower. Remember: you’re rebooting, not failing.
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The Art of the Soft Launch: How to Actually Start Working After the Holidays
Let’s be honest. You spent the last week eating tamales at 11 PM, binge-watching shows you’d been saving for later, and telling yourself that checking your work email just once doesn…
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January 5, 2026 at 6:28 PM
It’s completely normal to feel like you’ve forgotten how to work.
I’ve put together a new post on finding your groove after the holidays, with simple strategies that don’t demand superhuman willpower. Remember: you’re rebooting, not failing.
rhythmsofproductivity.wordpress.com/2026/01/05/t...
I’ve put together a new post on finding your groove after the holidays, with simple strategies that don’t demand superhuman willpower. Remember: you’re rebooting, not failing.
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New year, new... rhythm?
My latest post is about setting directions instead of rigid resolutions, and why deciding what you'll do when you mess up is more important than the goal itself.
Read the full post: rhythmsofproductivity.wordpress.com/2025/12/29/n...
My latest post is about setting directions instead of rigid resolutions, and why deciding what you'll do when you mess up is more important than the goal itself.
Read the full post: rhythmsofproductivity.wordpress.com/2025/12/29/n...
New Year, New Rhythm.
You know what’s funny about January 1st? We act like it’s this magical portal where suddenly we’ll become people who meal prep, exercise daily, and finally organize that junk draw…
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December 30, 2025 at 4:42 PM
New year, new... rhythm?
My latest post is about setting directions instead of rigid resolutions, and why deciding what you'll do when you mess up is more important than the goal itself.
Read the full post: rhythmsofproductivity.wordpress.com/2025/12/29/n...
My latest post is about setting directions instead of rigid resolutions, and why deciding what you'll do when you mess up is more important than the goal itself.
Read the full post: rhythmsofproductivity.wordpress.com/2025/12/29/n...
I just published a fresh post: The Hidden Cost of Too Many Decisions.
If you’ve ever felt worn out not by work itself, but by the sheer number of decisions you make, this piece is for you.
#DecisionFatigue #ProductivityMirage #worksmarternotharder
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If you’ve ever felt worn out not by work itself, but by the sheer number of decisions you make, this piece is for you.
#DecisionFatigue #ProductivityMirage #worksmarternotharder
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The Hidden Cost of Too Many Decisions
We usually think productivity problems come from laziness, distraction, or poor planning.
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December 22, 2025 at 4:56 PM
I just published a fresh post: The Hidden Cost of Too Many Decisions.
If you’ve ever felt worn out not by work itself, but by the sheer number of decisions you make, this piece is for you.
#DecisionFatigue #ProductivityMirage #worksmarternotharder
productivitymirage.substack.com/p/the-hidden...
If you’ve ever felt worn out not by work itself, but by the sheer number of decisions you make, this piece is for you.
#DecisionFatigue #ProductivityMirage #worksmarternotharder
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🎧 Just released a new podcast episode on public support for Juneteenth as a federal holiday. We talk about what the research says and why it matters.
Thanks for listening!
#Juneteenth #Podcast #PublicOpinion #SocialResearch
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Thanks for listening!
#Juneteenth #Podcast #PublicOpinion #SocialResearch
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Juneteenth podcast
Listen to Juneteenth podcast by Dr.ivan.flores.martinez #np on #SoundCloud
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December 19, 2025 at 6:34 PM
🎧 Just released a new podcast episode on public support for Juneteenth as a federal holiday. We talk about what the research says and why it matters.
Thanks for listening!
#Juneteenth #Podcast #PublicOpinion #SocialResearch
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Thanks for listening!
#Juneteenth #Podcast #PublicOpinion #SocialResearch
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Modern productivity culture expects the same output & pace no matter the season or need for recovery. In my latest post, I invite us to rethink that assumption: sometimes progress looks like restraint and the most productive move is preserving energy.
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The December Productivity Trap
Every December, the same thing happens.
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December 18, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Modern productivity culture expects the same output & pace no matter the season or need for recovery. In my latest post, I invite us to rethink that assumption: sometimes progress looks like restraint and the most productive move is preserving energy.
productivitymirage.substack.com/p/the-decemb...
productivitymirage.substack.com/p/the-decemb...
As the year ends, many of us feel guilty for slowing our pace. But science and experience tell a different story: rest isn’t laziness. It’s strategy. December offers a natural pause that helps us recharge, reflect, and prepare for the year ahead.
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The December Slowdown: Why Your Brain is Begging You to Rest (and Why That’s Actually Smart)
You know that feeling when December rolls around and your brain starts moving like it’s wading through honey? Your coffee isn’t working. Your usual morning routine feels like climbing E…
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December 15, 2025 at 3:00 PM
As the year ends, many of us feel guilty for slowing our pace. But science and experience tell a different story: rest isn’t laziness. It’s strategy. December offers a natural pause that helps us recharge, reflect, and prepare for the year ahead.
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I’ve just submitted a manuscript to one of the top journals in climate research.
This project has been a journey of careful design, analysis, and collaboration, bringing together insights on climate communication and risk perception that I hope will contribute meaningfully to the field.
Fingers🤞
This project has been a journey of careful design, analysis, and collaboration, bringing together insights on climate communication and risk perception that I hope will contribute meaningfully to the field.
Fingers🤞
December 12, 2025 at 12:38 AM
I’ve just submitted a manuscript to one of the top journals in climate research.
This project has been a journey of careful design, analysis, and collaboration, bringing together insights on climate communication and risk perception that I hope will contribute meaningfully to the field.
Fingers🤞
This project has been a journey of careful design, analysis, and collaboration, bringing together insights on climate communication and risk perception that I hope will contribute meaningfully to the field.
Fingers🤞
Ever feel like you’re failing at “self-control”? Turns out, the problem isn’t you. It’s the way we’ve been taught to think about it. New research shows that happiness drives discipline, not the other way around.
Read the full piece here: rhythmsofproductivity.wordpress.com/2025/12/08/y...
Read the full piece here: rhythmsofproductivity.wordpress.com/2025/12/08/y...
You’ve Got Self-Control Backwards
I used to think the formula was simple: work hard, resist temptation, build discipline, then eventually you earn happiness as a reward for all that grinding. Turns out I had it completely backwards…
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December 8, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Ever feel like you’re failing at “self-control”? Turns out, the problem isn’t you. It’s the way we’ve been taught to think about it. New research shows that happiness drives discipline, not the other way around.
Read the full piece here: rhythmsofproductivity.wordpress.com/2025/12/08/y...
Read the full piece here: rhythmsofproductivity.wordpress.com/2025/12/08/y...
Resilience isn’t about grinding harder. It’s about redefining strength in a way that sustains us, rather than drains us. In my latest piece, I explore how resilience can be reframed, not as endurance alone, but as adaptability and balance. Read here:
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Resilience Isn’t About Pushing Through
“Be resilient.” It sounds empowering, but it often really means:
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December 8, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Resilience isn’t about grinding harder. It’s about redefining strength in a way that sustains us, rather than drains us. In my latest piece, I explore how resilience can be reframed, not as endurance alone, but as adaptability and balance. Read here:
productivitymirage.substack.com/p/resilience...
productivitymirage.substack.com/p/resilience...
AI is transforming how we work, but true productivity begins with our own thinking. This article explores how to keep the human brain at the center of our workflows and use AI as a strategic partner.
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Brain First, AI Second: Rethinking How We Use AI at Work.
You know that feeling when you walk into a room and completely forget why you’re there? Now imagine that feeling, but about something you literally just finished creating. Wild, right? Welcom…
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December 4, 2025 at 12:53 PM
AI is transforming how we work, but true productivity begins with our own thinking. This article explores how to keep the human brain at the center of our workflows and use AI as a strategic partner.
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We often think procrastination or distraction are the main culprits, but sometimes it’s the quieter, self‑protective habits like lowering the stakes, or clinging to “safe” routines, that quietly erode our effectiveness.
👉 Read the full article here: productivitymirage.substack.com/p/the-subtle...
👉 Read the full article here: productivitymirage.substack.com/p/the-subtle...
The Subtle Self-Protective Mechanisms That Hold Your Productivity Back
Most people think their biggest obstacles are time, tools, or motivation.
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December 2, 2025 at 5:02 PM
We often think procrastination or distraction are the main culprits, but sometimes it’s the quieter, self‑protective habits like lowering the stakes, or clinging to “safe” routines, that quietly erode our effectiveness.
👉 Read the full article here: productivitymirage.substack.com/p/the-subtle...
👉 Read the full article here: productivitymirage.substack.com/p/the-subtle...
My article “Substance Use Stigma Reduces Trust and Informational Support: Experimental Evidence Across Risk and Relationship Contexts” is now available in early access at Harm Reduction Journal.
Read it here: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
#HarmReduction #Stigma #Trust #SocialSupport
Read it here: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
#HarmReduction #Stigma #Trust #SocialSupport
November 28, 2025 at 9:09 PM
My article “Substance Use Stigma Reduces Trust and Informational Support: Experimental Evidence Across Risk and Relationship Contexts” is now available in early access at Harm Reduction Journal.
Read it here: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
#HarmReduction #Stigma #Trust #SocialSupport
Read it here: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
#HarmReduction #Stigma #Trust #SocialSupport
Our paper “Collective Shocks and Social Preferences: A Global, Subnational Analysis” has just been published as a working paper in the Households in Conflict Network.
You can read the paper here: hicn.org/working-pape...
I’d be delighted if you take a look and share any thoughts or feedback.
You can read the paper here: hicn.org/working-pape...
I’d be delighted if you take a look and share any thoughts or feedback.
Collective Shocks and Social Preferences: A Global, Subnational Analysis – HiCN
While some studies of conflicts, natural disasters, and economic setbacks find these negative collective shocks make people more prosocial, others find they red
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November 28, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Our paper “Collective Shocks and Social Preferences: A Global, Subnational Analysis” has just been published as a working paper in the Households in Conflict Network.
You can read the paper here: hicn.org/working-pape...
I’d be delighted if you take a look and share any thoughts or feedback.
You can read the paper here: hicn.org/working-pape...
I’d be delighted if you take a look and share any thoughts or feedback.
Hi everyone,
I just published a new post on the Productivity Mirage blog.
It explores how the fear of better options (FOBO) can drain attention and decision-making energy, and offers practical ways to reclaim focus for what truly matters.
Happy Thanksgiving.
productivitymirage.substack.com/p/fobo
I just published a new post on the Productivity Mirage blog.
It explores how the fear of better options (FOBO) can drain attention and decision-making energy, and offers practical ways to reclaim focus for what truly matters.
Happy Thanksgiving.
productivitymirage.substack.com/p/fobo
FOBO
When More Options Quietly Steal Your Focus
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November 27, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Hi everyone,
I just published a new post on the Productivity Mirage blog.
It explores how the fear of better options (FOBO) can drain attention and decision-making energy, and offers practical ways to reclaim focus for what truly matters.
Happy Thanksgiving.
productivitymirage.substack.com/p/fobo
I just published a new post on the Productivity Mirage blog.
It explores how the fear of better options (FOBO) can drain attention and decision-making energy, and offers practical ways to reclaim focus for what truly matters.
Happy Thanksgiving.
productivitymirage.substack.com/p/fobo
We often think we own our time, but hidden forces (work demands & social expectations) shape our schedules more than we realize. This post explores the concept of temporal sovereignty, asking who governs your calendar and how to reclaim control.
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Temporal Sovereignty: Who Really Controls Your Calendar?
Your calendar looks full. Color-coded blocks march across the screen in disciplined rows. But here’s the question nobody asks: How many of those blocks did you actually choose? Temporal sover…
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November 25, 2025 at 1:24 PM
We often think we own our time, but hidden forces (work demands & social expectations) shape our schedules more than we realize. This post explores the concept of temporal sovereignty, asking who governs your calendar and how to reclaim control.
rhythmsofproductivity.wordpress.com/2025/11/24/t...
rhythmsofproductivity.wordpress.com/2025/11/24/t...