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Nov. 10, 2020

Tue. 11/10 - Make Better Habits By Being Bad At Them

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Australian scientists have discovered two new mammals. The trick to sticking to new habits that requires letting yourself be bad at things. A new perfume that smells like books. And a calming, hand-drawn web-based game to help you chill out.

Sponsor:

  • Gabi Insurance, gabi.com/kottke

Links:

  • Two new species of greater glider discovered (Sydney Morning Herald)
  • Here's how I finally got myself to start exercising (TED Ideas Blog)
  • Portland's iconic Powell's Books is selling a book-scented unisex fragrance (CNN)
  • Short Trip (Alexander Perrin)
  • Kottke.Org
  • Jackson Bird on Twitter


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