Multitasking, in short, is not only not thinking, it impairs your ability to think.Thinking means concentrating on one thing long enough to develop an idea about it. Not learning other people’s ideas, or memorizing a body of information…
Takes a little while to get going, but overall a great article about the virtues of seeking solitude from distractions in order to develop your own original thoughts.
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10 New Year’s resolutions for designers -
Do you think Chelsea Clinton asks herself if her mom would understand something complex? No. Because her mom is a badass.
If there is a state of the art of end-of-life care, it is this: death with dignity.
This is the most concise, easily understood article on the perils of end-of-like care in the United States I’ve ever read. It is a must-read, and frankly, a must-heed, in my opinion. (via kottke)
Lost Type Co-op | Browse Fonts -
How to interview a designer with the perfect design exercise -
These sorts of tests are common for engineering hires, but it’s nice to see an example of a good design-oriented one.
Jessica Hische's Lovely Blog -
Embarrassed I had never seen this until today. Lovely work all around. (via drawar)
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