Podcast
Fewer Things Better
Hosted by Kristin Graham · EN
Life is noisy, but your brain doesn't have to be. This quick weekly conversation offers smart, simple ways to retrain your brain to hack your productivity and communicate better. Brain-science-meets-word-nerd host Kristin Graham offers shortcuts on how to navigate our cluttered digital world so you can spend more time enjoying life offline. She's done the research and tried-the-things, so you get the headlines and hacks without all the homework.
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Ep. 216 - What Your Scars Know That Your Brain Keeps Forgetting
2w ago00:02:55Tap to summarizeWhat if the most interesting part of your story isn't the wound — it's the healing?In this episode of Fewer Things Better, Kristin gets personal about a new scar from a skin cancer removal and the surprisingly deep rabbit hole it opened up. Because if you've lived any amount of life, you've collected a few scars along the way — some visible, some not. And every single one tells two stories: where it came from, and how you healed.The brain science takeaway is simple but quietly powerful — a scar is not the same thing as the injury. A scar is what remains after healing has already happened. And sometimes the thing keeping us stuck isn't the original wound — it's the habit of returning to it.This week's question worth sitting with: what wounds are you still touching?We'd love to hear from you!
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2w ago00:04:17Tap to summarizeAfter 200+ episodes, I’m making some exciting changes to the podcast — and honestly, change is still not exactly my love language. In this episode, I’m sharing why shorter “brain snack” episodes are coming, the move to YouTube, and what neuroscience teaches us about novelty, growth, and getting comfortable being uncomfortable. Same mission, just a new season of learning, adapting, and doing fewer things better.
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Ep. 214 - Why Music Helps You Get Things Done
3w ago00:05:04Tap to summarizeWe'd love to hear from you!Your brain might be more motivated by a three-minute karaoke session than another productivity hack. In this episode of Fewer Things Better, we will explore why music can be such a powerful mental reset — and how pairing one favorite song with one small task can help create momentum, reduce overwhelm, and make it easier to get started. A lighthearted, neuroscience-backed approach to productivity that feels a lot more human.
Transcribe →Ep. 214 - Why Music Helps you get Things Done
3w ago00:05:04Tap to summarizeYour brain might be more motivated by a three-minute karaoke session than another productivity hack. In this episode of Fewer Things Better, we will explore why music can be such a powerful mental reset — and how pairing one favorite song with one small task can help create momentum, reduce overwhelm, and make it easier to get started. A lighthearted, neuroscience-backed approach to productivity that feels a lot more human.
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Ep. 213 - Resizing Relationships: The Unsubscribe Button You’re Allowed to Use
May 2900:08:09Tap to summarizeWe'd love to hear from you! Some relationships don’t explode. They slowly expand until they start taking up more emotional space than they should. In this episode of Fewer Things Better, we’re talking about the quiet skill of resizing relationships, setting healthier boundaries, and recognizing when connection starts to feel more like obligation. Because protecting your peace isn’t selfish. It’s smart nervous system management.
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Ep. 212 - Your Nervous System: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and What Actually Helps
May 2200:10:19Tap to summarizeWe'd love to hear from you! Feeling overstimulated doesn’t mean your brain is failing — it may just mean your nervous system has been working overtime. In this episode, we break down the science behind stress, regulation, and recovery in a way that’s practical, calming, and actually useful. Learn why modern life keeps your system on high alert, plus simple research-backed ways to create more calm, clarity, and balance in a constantly connected world. Show Notes: Ep. 163 - https://www.buzzsprout.com/1939447/episodes/17331430-ep-163-ftb-summer-series-gut-check-your-second-brain-your-belly.mp3?download=true
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Ep. 211 - Your Brain Needs a Recess
May 1500:05:04Tap to summarizeWe'd love to hear from you! Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is step away. In this episode, we explore why your brain craves novelty, how routine can quietly fuel overload, and the surprising power of small interruptions to help you think more clearly again. From vacations to tiny everyday shifts, this episode is a reminder that rest isn’t something you earn after burnout — it’s part of how your brain works best.
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Ep. 210 - Why “Good Enough” Feels So Hard (And Why You Need It)
May 800:07:06Tap to summarizeWe'd love to hear from you! Somewhere along the way, many of us started treating every task like it needed a gold medal effort. In this episode, we’re exploring the hidden mental cost of over-polishing our lives — and why constantly optimizing everything can quietly drain our energy, time, and joy. From everyday shortcuts to lowering the pressure we put on ourselves, this is a conversation about making space for progress, presence, and a little more breathing room in your brain.
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Ep. 209 - No Thanks: A Simple Template for Saying No
May 100:07:07Tap to summarizeWe'd love to hear from you! If saying no feels harder than it should, you’re not alone—and there’s a reason for it. This episode unpacks what’s happening in your brain when you hesitate, and how to move forward with responses that are clear, respectful, and complete. You’ll get simple, real-life examples you can actually use—whether it’s a social invite, a work request, or something already on your plate. Think fewer words, less second-guessing, and more room for the right yes.
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Ep. 208 - How to Stop Doing Everything Yourself: Free Your Brain & Your Time
Apr 2400:08:17Tap to summarizeWe'd love to hear from you! When your brain becomes the default “doer,” everything starts to feel like yours to carry. In this episode, we unpack the science behind that habit—and why “I’ll just do it” isn’t a strategy, it’s automaticity. Learn three practical ways to create more space: notice what you’ve been automatically claiming, start redistributing responsibility (to people or tools), and get more comfortable letting things be done without your input. Because the goal isn’t to carry it all—it’s to stop being the hub.
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