Over the past few years, Beeper has set itself apart as one of the most integrative messaging platforms, uniting over 10 chat networks into a single interface. Yet there is a crucial dimension of integration that is still largely missing: linkability — the ability for any message, thread, or conversation in Beeper to be reliably … Continue reading From Chat Hub to Knowledge Hub: The Case for Linking in Beeper| CogZest
One of the things I love about being CEO of CogSci Apps is that I get to connect with many Mac app developers, promoting the ideals of the Manifesto for Ubiquitous Linking. I’m delighted to announce that Unclutter app is Hookmark’s Partner for the Month of September. Check out the latter blog post for a … Continue reading Unclutter app: Hookmark Partner for the Month of September| CogZest
Back in 2010, when Steve Jobs and I exchanged emails, I sent him a white paper recommending that Apple introduce system-wide linking in what was then OS X. Years later, Apple unveiled Quick Note in macOS Monterey (2021). It looked promising at first — a way to capture notes tied to what you’re worki| CogZest
On the occasion of Steve Jobs' passing, I am republishing (below) a couple of articles I wrote in 2010 for SharpBrains regarding Apple's tablet. I also have a related anecdote to tell about Steve Jobs and some comments about his impact (past, present and future) on all kinds of knowledge work. I w| CogZest
The cognitive shuffle technique I invented to help people fall asleep has received a surge of media attention this year. It’s been featured in The New York Times (again), The Guardian (for the third time), BBC Science Focus, CNN, and more. But the cognitive shuffle wasn’t pulled out of thin air. It’s grounded in my … Continue reading Inside the Sleeper’s Mind: The Theory Behind the Cognitive Shuffle| CogZest
I published this on my substack: 🔗 Omni-links : The Concept You Didn’t Know You Needed. Please let me know what you think in the comments there.| CogZest
Apple’s macOS is built on powerful automation foundations, yet many of Apple’s own apps fail to support basic linking capabilities that knowledge workers and developers need. Apps like Messages, Notes, and Podcasts lack public APIs and don’t even offer a simple “Copy Link” menu item. This creates a| CogZest
On Substack I have published an update to the body scanning, breath, and mantra meditation. BSBM+ optionally includes an unstructured meditation. This advanced form of meditation is now known as BSMB+, and illustrated below. Please take a look and let me know your thoughts via comments on Substack or below.| CogZest
I’ve changed the address of this blog post to https://cogzest.com/2025/07/bsbm-meditation-a-multi-anchor-practice-for-meta-cognitive-control/| CogZest
I’ve developed a structured meditation technique designed to enhance meta-cognitive control and attentional flexibility. It’s called BSBM Meditation, short for Body Scanning, Breath, and Mantra. This approach weaves together three core practices—body scanning, breath awareness, and mantra repetition—into a single, cohesive routine. Optionally, it can be followed by a phase of reflective meditation, as outlined … Continue reading ✨BSBM Meditation: A Multi-Anchor Practice for Meta-C...| CogZest
The web is overflowing with information. Whether you’re saving research, must-read articles, or digital breadcrumbs for projects, a good bookmarking strategy is essential to cognitive productivity. I just published a guide comparing 10 bookmarking tools and services for the Mac, including both well-known names and some powerful under-the-radar options. 🔍 Here’s a taste of what … Continue reading 10 Bookmarking Tools to Choose From| CogZest
This is a draft manifesto for an integrative design-oriented (IDO) approach to understanding humans as autonomous agents ("cognitive science", "AI", "psychology", etc.) Researchers are invited to contribute/participate. This manifesto (in progress) is meant to be a collaborative effort for publica| CogZest
https://cogzest.com/books/ I ( Luc P. Beaudoin) have been writing books while doing integrative design-oriented "cognitive" science and running CogSci Apps. My research is theoretical and applied. I'm also involved as non-principal in empirical research (experiments, etc.) My R&D and writing de| CogZest
