Lifescale: How to Live a More Creative, Productive, and Happy Life

Escape from the dark side of distractions to live a better life Are you struggling with any of the following? Focus Procrastination Anxiety Self-esteem Forgetfulness Creativity Somewhere along the way, we have become distracted. Maybe we don't realize the extent to which our everyday rituals, favorite devices and apps, or where we focus our attention is affecting us. Reading Lifescale is like holding up a mirror, and revealing a new you, as your obsessive relationship with distractions melts away. From simple first steps to reclaiming your attention, to becoming more satisfied, inspired, and creative, this book will lead you through your own journey of lifescaling: redefining success on your own terms. Who's in charge of your destiny? Is it you? If you find yourself unable to go longer than a few minutes without checking your phone, or falling victim to some other digital distraction, you aren't alone. As author Brian Solis documents, the corrosive effects of distractions and multitasking are of great importance—and you know you're capable of more. Read this book to learn (and unlearn) how you can master the gifts of focus and creativity, and stop letting distractions master you. Lifescaling is about: Being present and mindful in your physical life and your digital life Breaking the cycle of instant gratification to think critically and creatively Living and working in the now, without mentally wandering elsewhere, worrying about missing out, or waiting impatiently for the next thing Wasting less time on distractions, so you can spend more time doing what you love with whom you love Fostering creativity and imagination through powerful and life-changing daily rituals Happiness and success are possible if you live consciously, with a strong sense of purpose, and make technology work for you (not the other way around). Doing that isn't as hard as it sounds—it's about doing little things every day that build good habits, greater productivity, and a more fulfilling life. Read Lifescale to unlock new levels of contentment, possibilities, and passion. Read Lifescale to be the ideal you. Somewhere along the way, we got distracted. As much as we multitask, love our devices and feel like we’re in control, deep down we know that something is off. Shortened attention spans, declines in critical thinking, lack of sleep, self-doubt and decreased creativity are just some of the effects coming to light in an age of digital distraction. It’s time to reclaim our lives. It’s time to take control. Lifescale is a journey of self-discovery and growth. It’s about getting back into balance and remastering our destinies. Author Brian Solis knows first-hand. He struggled with distraction and all of its ill-effects. To get his life back, he developed a set of techniques, exercises, and thought experiments designed to tame the chaos, and positively and productively navigate our day-to-day lives. Instead of falling victim to the never-ending cycle of newsfeeds, Likes, addictive apps, and boredom scrolling (aka the endless scroll), we can learn to manage our time and inspire our own lives in a way that will bring meaning back—without sacrificing the benefits that our devices bring us. In Lifescale, Brian has done the legwork to pull together scientific findings and practical tools into one book. Readers—especially those who are distracted—will connect with the humor, pathos, and inspiration inside. Using this book’s simple but powerful lessons, we can: Identify sources of distraction and turn attention toward creativity and productivity Understand and resist the manipulative techniques that turn us into digital addicts Find meaning and purpose to guide our time in more meaningful ways Visualize future success to successfully dive into deep work and stop procrastinating Break bad habits, establish rituals, and establish routines that help you achieve goals Nurture imagination and learn to express ourselves more artistically Maximize productivity with simple but effective strategies Focus for extended periods and make breaks more restorative Foster a strong sense of purpose in life and identify the steps needed to bring it to life every day Smile more and build self-esteem With the renewed perspective Lifescale offers, we can finally learn to prioritize what matters, and live our digital and physical lives with intention and true happiness.