The Self-Developer

Emma Jane Norris is an imperfect action coach, author of Progress Over Perfection, and a self-proclaimed pizza addict.  A journalist-turned-self development nerd, her work has appeared in publications like the NY Times’ T Magazine, Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, and Women’s Health.

Emma shares her favorite Flow music and why coffee and meditation work well together. 

What's your favorite song that you love to Flow to?

I really love to listen to Japanese lo-fi when I work, particularly a song called "Eternal Youth" by RUDE.  I really helps me enter that [state of Flow][2] and has a calming influence, as it reminds me of a great trip to Japan!

Do you have any rituals that help you begin your workday?

Yes!  Right now, my morning routine is to start off with a 15-minute meditation, followed by writing in my manifestation journal.  I'm also currently doing a 'Nifty 350' exercise, where I set a timer for 20 minutes and write 350 of words of whatever pops into my head, which often ends up being content for social media and blogs.  Of course, [coffee is essential][3]!

What’s your favorite productivity tip?

It would definitely be a combination of [monotasking][4] and productivity sprints!  I find it much easier to get things done in short, sharp bursts, and it makes it so much easier to get into a Flow State.  Plus, knowing that you don't have to stay focused for long helps with delaying gratification.

Do you have any current projects?

I am currently working on a virtual co-working club called the [Action Takers Club][5], where driven women can meet for one hour productivity sprints.  There's even going to be themes, like content creation, monthly planning, and sorting finances.

[2]: [3]: https://youtu.be/X1xeUI2Hfco [4]: https://www.thesukha.co/post/monotasking-over-multi-switching [5]: https://www.businessbabescollective.com/action-takers-club