Productivity: Habits, Focus, Methods

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My long-awaited book, Your Time, Your Way, will be published this Saturday. It is the fruition of a little over three years of work. From planning to writing the first draft, finding a publisher, and editing, publishing a book is hard but rewarding work. Writing this book has confirmed a few p

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Like many of us, the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius hated waking up early, but his Stoic philosophy always helped him get out of bed.

Just like a scientist who observes the world, formulates hypotheses and tests them, you can run personal experiments to gain profound insights into your own life.

Self-motivation isn’t some mysterious force that you’re born with or without. It’s a skill that can be learned and developed. By understanding the science behind it, you can master the tools you need to stay motivated and make progress on the projects that matter to you.

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Cal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University. His scholarship focuses on the theory of distributed systems, while his general-audience writing explores intersections of culture and technology. He is the author of eight books, including Slow Productivity, Digital Minimalism, and Deep Work. Newport is also a contributing writer for the New Yorker and the host of the Deep Questions podcast. Get Cal's new book Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout: https://www.thepaintedporch.com/products/slow-productivity?_pos=3&_sid=ed6ec44bd&_ss=r Watch or listen to Cal’s podcast, Deep Questions - https://www.thedeeplife.com/listen/ Subscribe to Cal’s newsletter - https://calnewport.com/ ✉️ Want Stoic wisdom delivered to your inbox daily? Sign up for the FREE Daily Stoic email at https://dailystoic.com/dailyemail 🏛 Get Stoic inspired books, medallions, and prints to remember these lessons at the Daily Stoic Store: https://store.dailystoic.com/ 🤝 Join the largest community of Stoics ever in history and get exclusive bonuses at https://dailystoiclife.com Instagram: ​https://www.instagram.com/dailystoic Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dailystoic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailystoic TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@daily_stoic #Stoicism​ #DailyStoic​ #RyanHoliday​

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Cal Newport gives advice on how to get motivated to work. Cal explains two topics that play a role in work motivation. First is Deep Procrastination. The sou...

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Motivation is complicated. Psychologists define motivation as the desire or impetus to initiate and maintain a particular behavior. But sometimes, no matter how passionate you are about a goal or hobby, finding the motivation to actually do it can be difficult. Why is motivation so fickle? Explore intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, and dig into how these forces contribute to our drive. [Directed by Magali García, narrated by Alexandra Panzer, music by Adam Alexander, Bamm Bamm Wolfgang].

We all know that we should have good habits. But do you enjoy them? Probably no. Learn what it takes to feel enthusiastic about having good habits.

We all procrastinate, even though it isn't good for us. But why? And how can we overcome it? Discover 3 helpful tips in this blog.

The 20 Minute Life Checkup is a simple exercise to help align your priorities with your behavior and live a happier, more fulfilled life.

Welcome to May! This monthly digest is for folks who want to create a more ideal schedule, get organized, and stay in control of the things that matter. If you are new to the digest… here’s what to look forward to around the beginning of every month: A short article on a single concept around […]

Laura Mae Martin dishes on how to beat procrastination, declutter your inbox, and more.

Untethered Mind, Friday Edition, 4-min read. — Am I talking nonsense? Well, you’ll know if you try. Experiment with these ideas: Plan your next 30-day challenge. Many of us — myself included — can get overwhelmed by the sheer range of things on offer.

I'm not always motivated and often just want to sit in a dark room and sulk. But I've learned a ton over 15 years of near-daily writing that help me get into the zone and just create. Here are 9 tips that ensure you stay motivated to create consistently: The most prolific creators rarely feel mot

The Pacific Crest Trail is renowned as one of the most arduous—and sometimes dangerous—hiking trails in America. Every summer, thousands of intrepid walkers set off on the trail, beginning in spring and knowing they won’t arrive at the Canadian border until five months later. For most people, this sounds like a hellish feat of endurance. For University of Missouri professor Kennon Sheldon, it sounded like a perfect opportunity for a psychological experiment.

Untethered Mind, Sunday Edition, 4-min read. — I hate feeling stuck. It's like treading water; there's nothing to hold on to. You just feel like letting go and succumbing to the dark, cold water beneath. But I've learned there's a lot we can do to relocate the spark that once flickered bright and alive.

Much like your favorite coffee blend, the MOCHA Method is a unique combination of ingredients designed to supercharge your productivity.

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To-do lists should not be managed as a shopping list. It’s great to have a place to dump all your tasks in, but how do you decide what to work on next?

Whether you are trying to decide which product feature to ship first, or what task to place at the top of your to-do list, it can sometimes be hard to decide on the right prioritization. That’s when a strategic approach can be helpful. The MoSCoW method is a simple, effective way to bring order to ... Read More