"A leader’s high expectations of subordinates lead to those subordinates’ high performance."
My quotes from the entire Peak Productivity book series.
Explore insightful quotes curated from the entire Peak Productivity book series. Delve into a collection of wisdom and practical advice distilled from these works, offering guidance on maximizing efficiency, optimizing workflows, and achieving peak performance.
"Late at night, saliva production decreases, and stomach acid production increases. When you eat at night, the excess stomach acid slowly travels to your mouth, but there is insufficient saliva in your mouth to help neutralize the acid, which could lead to tooth decay."
"Build some good habits as a role model for your descendants, if not for yourself."
"There is no stress-free life, no matter how hard you struggle for one. Even a peaceful monk experiences stress over possible health problems or other worries."
"Any event that requires your prefrontal cortex to come to your rescue when your primitive brain is in action depletes your willpower."
"If you want to have a strong and healthy brain, physical exercise is a non-negotiable activity that you must commit to in your life."
"When your conscious mind believes in something genuinely—even if it is not the truth—your subconscious mind responds to the belief and will spur you to act as if it is the truth."
"In a sleep-deprived state, your brain prefers instant gratification and therefore triggers your craving for energy-dense food. Coupled with the decrease in willpower, this often results in sweet or caloric-dense food bingeing, leading to obesity."