What better way to commence a personal blog than with a reference to a Guardian review of a book on the daily rituals of great minds –\u00a0an interesting book that I’ll almost certainly never read, but am happy exists?<\/p>\n
Key observations: At this stage in life, it seems entirely feasible to integrate these principles, supplemented by sound nutrition, intense, intermittent training and regular social contact.<\/p>\n Will endeavour to keep myself posted on progress.<\/p>\n Rise and shine_ the daily routines of history’s most creative minds _ Science _ The Guardian<\/a>\u00a0(PDF)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" What better way to commence a personal blog than with a reference to a Guardian review of a book on the daily rituals of great minds –\u00a0an interesting book that I’ll almost certainly never read, but am happy exists? Key observations: 1. Get over yourself… there is no perfect environment for success – just work … Continue reading Daily Rituals of Great Minds<\/span>
\n1. Get over yourself… there is no perfect environment for success – just work hard and apply your gifts [in progress]
\n2. William James’ belief in routine’s ability to unleash creativity [tick]
\n3. Benjamin Franklin’s morning ‘air baths’ i.e. naked morning loitering [tick]
\n<\/span>4. Ernest Hemmingway’s early rising with the sun [tick]
\n5. Pare away unnecessary decisions from the day like meal selection [in progress]
\n6. Walking in natural settings, presumably clothed [in progress]
\n7. Strategic stimulant abuse [will investigate]<\/p>\n