This stuff is seriously a game changer. I’ve been taking notes on a tablet since the iPad (2 gen) and have always found it lacking; since adding the Paperlike cover, its like writing on paper again (or at least as close to it as possible). So nice.

I’m not great at taking care of my skin and have had some of my tattoos fade. I started using this stuff and it’s rejuvenated my ink. Lines look cleaner and colors are brighter; plus, it isn’t grease or super scented. Win—Win.

Near the end of 2020, after wallowing though what felt like months of unproductive work, I stumbled upon Notion. It seems to be what I was looking for to organize my thoughts and catalogue my projects. I made the shift and learned that I could host my portfolio by using Super.so. It makes it super easy.

Being “productive” can be hard. For academics, there can be a constant struggle between having an “open door” and “getting stuff done”. Yet, when we close our door, students often don’t know if we are available. For the past three years, I have used Luxafor to show my availability even when my door is closed.

A second set of eyes on thinks can help, particularly for the dozens of emails or responses to students that we send every day. Grammarly helps check your grammar and spelling anywhere that you type on the internet...it will even look your tone or construction of sentences to make sure it matches your intended audience.

In recent years, CBD has become ubiquitous—showing up everywhere from grocery stores to gas stations. For the past few months, I have been using MeCBD gummies for anxiety and pain management with success. MeCBD is a privately owned and family-operated business that stands by their products. They only source their hemp from organic industrial hemp farms in the USA and verify all their products for potency and quality through third-party testing. Use the promo code, 'AMCDPHD', to get 20% off of your order and try it out for yourself.

Spring 2019, I became a “Wild Keeper” for a wonderful company in Arizona, Keep Nature Wild. In addition to having some really cool gear, they advocate for our outdoor spaces by organizing clean-up days across the country. Use the link to get $10 toward your next order. Score some awesome gear for yourself and then go give mother nature a hug.

Super durable pet harnesses and leases—plus some great dog patches.

Sleep is one of the most important things we do—for academics, it’s vital to ensure we are able to attend to every little thing vying for our attention. Your mattress should be up to the task. That’s why I use Leesa. In addition to being one of the most comfortable mattresses I’ve ever slept on, Leesa donates one mattress to a shelter for every ten sold. To top that off, Leesa gives you a 100 day risk free trial—if you don’t like it, you can return it, no questions asked. Using my link can save you between $100-$200 depending on the mattress size.