1. Doodle.

1、涂鸦

Show this to your boss the next time it appears like you're slacking off. Research suggests that giving your pen free reign¹ to paper during a meeting can — surprise! —help you pay attention.

下次在你涂鸦却看起来像是在偷懒的时候，把这篇文章拿给你老板看看。研究表明，开会时在纸上涂涂写写可以帮助你集中注意力。惊讶吧！

2. Write your to-do list.

2、写下待办事项。

Keeping track of your tasks on actual paper can now come with an added memory benefit: Instead of relying on your Gchat task list or the notes and reminders² on your smartphone, try scribbling³ your to-do list. Bonus: You’ll also reap the perks⁴ of a little unplugging.

在纸上记录下你的任务如今可以为你的记忆力带来额外的好处：不去依靠你手机上的Gchat（聊天工具）任务列表或是笔记和备忘录，试着写下你的待办事项。附加值：拔掉电源一小会儿，你也会获得额外的收获。

3. Journal.

3、日志

If you haven't jumped on journaling yet, here's your excuse. Incorporate more writing in your life by putting down three things you're thankful for each day. Studies show that gratitude⁵ can boost positive emotions and make you more optimistic.

如果你还没开始写日志，这就是你的借口。通过记录每一天中令你感激的3件事来为生活增添更多文字作品。研究表明，感激可以带来积极情绪，并使你更乐观。

4. Physically⁶ map out your schedule.

4、筹划并记录你的日程

Yet again, enjoy the perks of a little tech-free time by using a physical schedule. You'll enjoy the benefits of writing (and remembering better!) when your events are taking place, and you never have to worry about a dead battery with a planner.

再一次，通过使用有形的日程表，享受在一小段时间里不使用任何电子产品的特权。当你进行到某项日程的时候，你会享受从文字中获得的益处（还可以获得更好的记忆力！）。而且，你再也不用担心写着备忘录的电子设备电池没电了。

5. Write a thank you note.

5、写一封感谢信

The next time someone does something extraordinary for you — or even if you just want to thank them for their support — put your appreciation⁷ in writing. Not only will your kindness make them happier, it will boost your own joy levels as well.

下次其他人为你做了一件特别的事情的时候，或者你只是想感谢他们的支持的时候，下你对他们的感激。你的好意不仅会使他们更高兴，而且也会使你自己更快乐。

Sorry, keyboards. Sometimes old school is still the best way to go.

抱歉，键盘。有时候守旧派依然是最好的方式。