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I was recently coaching my 7-year-old’s baseball game and gave a pregame talk about focus. There’s a lot to keep in mind for the “Mighty Mussels” (a solid team name, but last year’s “Space Cowboys” wins): where to throw the ball on defense, balls and strikes at the plate, and when to run or stay put on the bases.
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The game was tied 6–6 with two outs, and we were on defense. I saw my second baseman staring off at another field, hands behind his back, completely zoned out. My instinct was to yell. And okay, I did, but then I felt a little bad. Focus is hard, not just for kids. Lately, I’ve caught myself doing the same thing: sitting at my desk, staring out the window, overwhelmed by the state of the world and/or my end-of-semester to-do list. Maybe you’ve felt it too. If so, I’ll leave you with the words I yelled (LOL) at my second baseman: You got this. Wishing you a focused second-to-last week of the semester! - Andrew
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This Week in the Faculty Hub
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Tuesday, April 22 & Wednesday, April 23
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I’ve tried a lot of tools over the years, but the ones I stick with are the ones that actually help me accomplish what I want to do. I’ve tried plenty of note-taking apps—often lured in, then let down when the company folds (Evernote, I’m looking at you...) or the subscription fees balloon. I started using Obsidian a few months ago, and it’s been a game-changer for organizing my growing library of articles, videos, and ideas. It’s flexible, local-first, and surprisingly powerful. Curious? Check it out here and/or shoot me an email—I’d love to chat about it.
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Program Spotlight: End-of-Semester Events
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We are always looking for new and exciting projects and collaborations. Feel free to contact us.
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