“But how can I make myself do something?!”

Last time, I shared why the birthplace of agency isn’t in forcing ourselves to do, but in allowing ourselves to be. Certainly a philosophical and heady place to be. But vital, too.

Why does this matter? Because the more we practice sensing and choosing—rather than simply reacting—the more we can shape our days, our work, and even our sense of self.

Today, let’s take agency apart and see why it’s so vital—not just for productivity, but for how we re...