# Selim's Notes

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## Posts
- [126 days of Duolingo, a thesis, and some news](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/126-days-of-duolingo-a-thesis-and-some-news): It's been a while. Here's what's been happening.
- [Everything is designed to make you say yes](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/everything-is-designed-to-make-you-say-yes): The two most underrated skills in a world that rewards instant everything.
- [The skill nobody teaches you: I've had to learn it three times.](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/the-skill-nobody-teaches-you): I started in academia. Then I spent almost 10 years in the humanitarian sector. Last year, I switched to the private sector. Three careers. Three fresh starts. 
- [I deleted the apps](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/i-deleted-the-apps): I didn't expect this to change how I feel about myself.
- [📩 Selim’s Notes, November 2025: Clarity, Consistency, and Cause](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/november-2025): On thinking better, running for purpose, and building smarter workflows
- [⚠️ LinkedIn Is Using Your Content to Train AI (Unless You Opt Out)](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/linkedin-opt-out): Here is how to opt-out
- [Graduation, New Beginnings & Reflections in a Time of Crisis](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/graduation): After a long pause, I’m back with life updates, reflections, and a renewed purpose.
- [📩 Selim’s Notes – A Month of Change & New Beginnings](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/february-2025-review): 💡 From Humanitarian Challenges to New Opportunities in Writing & Growth
- [Mastering Focus, Attention & The 10X Growth Mindset](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/mastering-focus-attention): Weekly reflections, actionable insights, and a glimpse into the journey ahead.
- [Selim's Notes: Reflecting on Progress and Embracing New Insights](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/selim-s-notes-reflecting-on-progress-and-embracing-new-insights): Weekly reflections, actionable insights, and a glimpse into the journey ahead.
- [Weekly Reflections: A Fresh Start for the New Year 🎉](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/fresh-start-for-2025): Reflecting on recent insights and setting intentions for the journey ahead.
- [The Most Important Lesson of 2024: Only You Can Take the First Step 🫵](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/the-most-important-lesson-of-2024-only-you-can-take-the-first-step): 🎉 NEW: A Special Year-End Newsletter Series 🎉
- [The Year Isn’t Over Yet: 10 Days to Catch Up on Your Resolutions](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/20dec2024): "You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great." – Zig Ziglar
- [🏃‍♂️ Crossing Finish Lines: From Marathons to Meaningful Work](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/17nov2024): 📚 Books, Apps, and Updates to Keep You Inspired and Productive
- [🎉 42 km Marathon Completed | 42 km Maraton Tamamlandı! 🎉](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/24-nov-2024): Şimdi, Kanser Hastası Çocuklara Umut Olalım | Now, Let’s Bring Hope to Children with Cancer
- [First Week of October & Last Quarter Plans 🍂](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/5oct2024): Marathon Prep, Fresh Routines, and More 🏃‍♂️
- [I Signed Up for a Marathon Race (42.195 km)! 🏃‍♂️ Monthly Review and Plans for the Future](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/26092024): September Review and Plans for the Last Quarter of the Year 📆
- [Monthly Update: Safeguarding, Trainings, and New Beginnings](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/16aug24): Including a video in English and Turkish
- [Weekly Updates: Training, Travel, Tips ](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/25july2024): A Glimpse into My Week and How I'm Boosting Productivity
- [July Updates: New Beginnings, Travels, and Personal Growth](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/17july2024): Starting to Ship My Newsletter Weekly!
- [First Week of June, Updates and Plans](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/10june2024): Back to İstanbul and a few updates regarding university and business
- [Q2 Review and Updates:](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/03june2024-q2): Plans for Q3 of the year!
- [1 Bad Habit I Used to Have: Starting Projects But Not Finishing Them—And the Strategy That Changed Everything](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/03june2024): How did I break this bad habit? I learned to leverage the concept of the "point of no return" and use the sunk-cost fallacy positively.
- [My 3 Favorite Newsletters For Learning About Reading & Books](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/02june2024): I love reading newsletters. But only the right newsletters. (A lot are a waste of time, unfortunately.)  If you are at all interested in expanding your knowledge and enjoyment of books, here are the three newsletters most worth your time:
- [The Two Most Pivotal Decisions I Made When Starting My Master's in Germany](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/29may2024):  These were the two most difficult choices I've ever had to make in life—and both directly impacted my future and my aspirations.
- [7 Things I Wish I Knew Last Year About Moving to and Living Abroad](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/28may2024): Seven crucial insights I wish I had known before our big move from Turkey to Germany
- [3 Simple (But Effective) Advice I’d Give Anyone Looking to Build New Habits](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/24may2024): I’ve spent 7 years studying habit formation. Here are 3 simple (but effective) tips for building new habits: 1️⃣ Start small. 2️⃣ Be consistent. 3️⃣ Track your progress. Wish I’d known these earlier! Follow me for more tips and subscribe to my newsletter. What’s your top habit tip? 💡 
- [The 1 Software Tool/App I Can’t Live Without For Writing](https://newsletter.selimuysal.net/p/21may2024): Streamline Your Writing Workflow with Paste: The Ultimate Clipboard Management Tool