Im Heather and heres a peek into how I work.

The apps I use havent changed much fromlast year.

Breatheto track how I feel emotionally and physically, and for meditation.

SF Climatesto see what the weather is like in the micro climates of San Francisco.

WhatsAppto message my close friends who live overseas.

Whats your workspace setup like?

Honestly, I usually work sitting on my bed.

Its comfy, plus I have a great view of my neighborhood and the start of thePresidio park.

Whats your best time-saving shortcut or life hack?

My mom taught me to do this when I was learning how to cook as a teenager.

When Im waiting for stuff to cook, Ill start washing dishes.

Also, if you really love fresh pasta (high-five), get a pasta makerwithravioli attachment.

Once dough and filling are made, you might pump out like 25 ravioli in a few minutes.

Whats your favorite to-do list manager?

Besides your phone and computer, what gadget cant you live without and why?

I own a lot of kitchen gadgets that I use often, but I could go without them.

A sharp, good quality chefs knife is something I cant do without.

Once youve used a nice knife, you just cant go back.

What everyday thing are you better at than everyone else?

What do you listen to while you work?

If Im doing something that needs less focus (like cleaning), Ill listen to podcasts.

What are you currently reading?

I just started Kathryn Edin and Luke Shaefers$2 a Day.

Im halfway through Aziz AnsarisModern Romance.

How do you recharge?

I have a couple ways I recharge, depending on how Im feeling.

If I need to wind down at the end of the day, Ill hang out with people.

Getting outside is a really easy way for me to feel better quickly.

Something about nature instantly makes me happy.

Whats your sleep routine like?

In the past few months I started using aPhilips Wake-Up Lightand am surprised it helps a lot.

Fill in the blank: Id love to see _________ answer these same questions.

I did get my wish from last year forAlton Brown, still waiting on Rashida Jones and Amy Poehler.

You dont have to be famous to have something worth saying.

Whats the best advice youve ever received?

Is there anything else youd like to add that might be interesting to readers?

Either way, dont let inaction mire you in unhappiness.

Learn to say no.

Have high expectations of the people in your life.

Dont sleep in on the weekends.

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