Every fall, specifically the first Sunday in November, marks the end of the DST period where clocks return to standard time. Since the day of the transition will be 25 hours long, we gain an extra hour. Basically, an hour is lost when DST ends and standard time begins. It’s believed that Benjamin Franklin originated […]
I want to talk about laziness. Why? Because it happens to the best of us. And, while occasionally laziness has its perks, it can be a problem when; You shut off your alarm and stay in bed longer. Despite all your plans, you end up watching TV or sitting idle. Your wasted day worries you […]
Like finding the perfect recipe, discovering the optimal productivity system is no easy feat. Case in point, I recently found a simple fajita recipe online last week. Since I was crunched for time, this looked like a quick and delicious dinner. But, unfortunately, it wasn’t to my liking. Will I ever use this recipe again? […]
Until quite recently, it was believed that personality is permanent, and that personality upgrades didn’t exist. William James, the renowned Harvard psychologist, wrote in 1890 that personality was “set in plaster” by early adulthood. And, that belief stuck until rather recently. According to one study, we all have the ability to shape our own character. […]
At this point, I’m sure that you’ve become accustomed to working from home. You’ve probably even had to come up with creative ways to stay connected with your team remotely. Of course, we are all on our way with the COVID-19 vaccine — but for some of us — work from home has become the […]
Burnout isn’t a new phenomenon. In the wake of the pandemic, however, it’s become a completely different beast. Since the beginning of COVID-19, we’ve been through a lot. If you’ve been furloughed, had to close a business, or lost a loved one more so than others. Still, it’s been a hectic year filled with anxiety, stress, […]
If the weather, daylight saving time, and your March calendar haven’t clued you in, spring has sprung. And, that means that it’s time to embark on the long tradition of spring cleaning. During this season of renewal, however, don’t just declutter your home and workspace. Also, spruce up your calendar. When you do, you’ll not […]
There aren’t too many reasons to celebrate these days. Sure, there are exceptions. They just vary from person-to-person. For me personally, I’m thrilled that my parents are getting the vaccine. I have friends and family who are welcoming new members into their households — either newborns or four-legged babies. And, I’m grateful every single day […]
Except for my immediate family, particularly my mom, not many people know that I get a serious bout of the “Sunday Scaries.” I’m sincerely not making light of this either. This is a real phenomenon that can have serious consequences. For those unfamiliar, this is a type of anticipatory anxiety regarding the upcoming week. It […]
On December 25, 2020, President-Elect Joe Biden called a bedridden woman who was battling the same brain cancer that took the life of his son Beau. If you followed his career, this isn’t exactly uncommon for Biden. But, compare that to what unfolded not even two weeks later in Washington D.C. As I’m sure that […]
Albert Costill
My name is Albert Costill and I'm a content marketer at Calendar. If I can help people become more productive in my journey, even better. If you ever have a question about your Calendar or how you can use it - - don't hesitate to reach out. I'm a Calendar Pro.