born 1984
Maria Popova is a Bulgarian-born writer, blogger, and cultural curator best known for her popular blog Brain Pickings, where she explores a wide range of topics including literature, art, science, and philosophy. She has gained acclaim for her insightful essays and for distilling complex ideas into accessible narratives that inspire creativity and critical thinking. Popova is also a speaker and has contributed to various publications on the intersections of literature and knowledge.
The moment you begin apologizing for how you manage your time, you are essentially apologizing for your priorities, which means apologizing for your life.