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Fewer Things Better

Kristin Graham
Productivity
Neuroscience
Decision Fatigue
Time Management
Sleep
Brain Science
Dopamine
Money
Nervous System
Attention
Relationships
Brain
Time
Ridiculously Small Steps
Artificial Intelligence
Good Enough (concept)
Procrastination
Digital Decluttering
Technology
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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 ... more

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Latest Episodes

Are you asking your brain to carry too much information instead of doing the work in front of you?

In this episode, Kristin Graham breaks down why trying so hard to get organized can drain the exact energy you need to complete a task. We look at res... more

Criticism doesn't have to be a social threat, despite how your brain might react in the moment. Kristin Graham unpacks the science behind handling criticism, emphasizing the importance of seeing feedback as information, not instruction. Tune in to un... more

Can doing less actually help you achieve more? Kristin Graham shares insights from neuroscience on how pausing and doing fewer things better can lead to greater productivity and satisfaction. Dive into the science of slow productivity and discover pr... more

Your words can become a powerful gift when the brain's reward centers are activated. In this episode Kristin Graham shares how giving a compliment that's short, specific, and sincere can create a lasting impression. This episode dives into the scienc... more

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Kristin Graham
Founder at Unlock the Brain; neuroscience-informed consultant and podcast host
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5.0 out of 5 stars from 114 ratings
  • Love love love

    I love listening to Kristin’s bit size mental snacks. I have learned how to do SO many things better and I’ve let go of many too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alysse Bryson
    United States3 months ago
  • LOVE the ten minute episode format!

    Fewer Things Better with Kristin Graham is one of those rare shows that delivers exactly what it promises: clarity, calm, and genuinely useful ways to make life feel less overwhelming.

    Kristin has a gift — not just for communication (which is her background) but for distilling big, messy, modern-life questions into small, grounded, doable ideas. Each episode feels like a deep breath. She isn’t trying to impress you or give you a 47-step system. She offers simple, thoughtful tools that help you ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    It’s me, SKP
    United States10 months ago
  • Quick bites of knowledge

    I love that her message is clear, concise and actionable. We’re all busy and have just a little bit of room in our brain. Kristen gives me just enough info that I can ponder throughout my day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cayetanocb
    United Statesa year ago
  • woohoo

    so freaking awesome the only podcast i’ve ever listened to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shsbsbbsbshs
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love the imaginative brain hacks

    Listening to Kristin makes me feel smarter. It’s on the top of my playlist.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rosemary Ravinal
    United Statesa year ago

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Many appreciate the host's clear, warm delivery and research-backed insights.
Listeners praise concise, actionable bite-sized tips grounded in brain science.
Fans value practical, easy-to-implement productivity hacks for busy days.

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Kristin Graham on "Expertly Said"
Q: What is a non-negotiable communication principle you rely on?
Avoid vanity metrics and focus on actual impact; measure what moves the needle and communicate with clarity about outcomes and next steps.
Kristin Graham on "Expertly Said"
Q: What advice would you give about avoiding 'circle back' culture in communication?
Be specific and time-bound about next steps; replace vague promises with concrete actions and timelines to respect others' time and increase accountability.
Kristin Graham on "Expertly Said"
Q: What does Selah mean in your work, and how does it apply to everyday communication?
Selah is a deliberate pause that allows meaning to land and for others to contribute their thoughts; it's a practical tool to improve listening, engagement, and recall in conversations and presentations.
Kristin Graham on "Expertly Said"
Q: Have you experienced burnout, and what helped you move through it?
Burnout showed up as overwhelm from multitasking and fast-paced demands; the antidotes are slowing down, structuring time, and using data-backed insights to validate changes and set clear expectations with others.
Kristin Graham on "Expertly Said"
Q: What is your origin story in communications and how did it lead to neuroscience?
My path was shaped by curiosity and a willingness to jump into different roles; I started in English and writing, moved through journalism and PR, and a personal moment with my child's neurodivergence steered me toward neuroscience as a framework to understand how people process information in corporate settings.

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A brisk, brain-science–based show that delivers concise, actionable productivity and well-being hacks. Episodes consistently blend neuroscience with practical tips to reduce cognitive overload, sharpen focus, and improve daily life, often through bite-sized experiments, boundary setting, and habit formation. Notable is the host's emphasis on personalization (sleep, routines, social connection) and her willingness to translate academic ideas into doable actions, making the content accessible to busy professionals seeking tangible gains without homework. Unique strengths include the snackable format and a clear focus on mental energy management in a noisy digital world, with a strong emphasis on practical neuroscience for everyday life.

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