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Mentioned in 32 episodes
The Lazy Genius Way
Book • 2020
In this book, Kendra Adachi invites readers to live well by their own definition, equipping them to be a genius about what matters and lazy about what doesn’t.
The book addresses the overwhelming mixed messages of what it means to live well and provides practical advice through thirteen Lazy Genius principles.
These principles include 'Decide once,' 'Start small,' 'Ask the Magic Question,' 'Go in the right order,' and 'Schedule rest,' among others.
Adachi’s approach is unique in that it does not impose a one-size-fits-all solution but instead offers tools for individuals to figure out what is most important to them and focus on those aspects while letting go of the rest.
The book addresses the overwhelming mixed messages of what it means to live well and provides practical advice through thirteen Lazy Genius principles.
These principles include 'Decide once,' 'Start small,' 'Ask the Magic Question,' 'Go in the right order,' and 'Schedule rest,' among others.
Adachi’s approach is unique in that it does not impose a one-size-fits-all solution but instead offers tools for individuals to figure out what is most important to them and focus on those aspects while letting go of the rest.
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Mentioned in 32 episodes
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when discussing her own books.


Kendra Adachi

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IN-DEPTH: Greatness vs. Contentment (w/ Kendra Adachi)
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when discussing a prior episode with Oliver Berkman.


Cal Newport

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IN-DEPTH: Greatness vs. Contentment (w/ Kendra Adachi)
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as a foundational text for understanding her approach to simplifying life.


Kendra Adachi

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#408 - Three Surprising Steps to a Clean House
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as one of her books.


Kendra Adachi

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# 417 - My Favorite Planning Tool Ever
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as the foundation of how to think like a lazy genius.


Kendra Adachi

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#410 - How to Deal with All the Paper
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as the book where she discusses her 13 lazy genius principles.


Kendra Adachi

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#407 - How to Create a Flexible Weekly Plan
Mentioned by Kendra as one of her previous books with advice and strategies for organizing your life.

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#421 - How to Handle Bad Moods
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as a helpful book for a new year.


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#399 - It’s a New Year… Let’s Name What’s Working
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as one of her books, now available to buy.


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#428 - How to Make a New School Year Easier
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as her book about simplifying life.


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#416 - What’s Saving My Life
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as one of her books.


Kendra Adachi

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# 420 - How to Plan a Day That Has No Plan
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as a book she wrote with tips and tricks for daily life.


Kendra Adachi

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#429 - The Best Ideas to End the Summer
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as one of her books.


Kendra Adachi

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#426 - Office Hours
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as a starting point for those new to the concept of naming what matters.


Kendra Adachi

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#412 - 6 Common Mistakes When Naming What Matters
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as a resource for listeners interested in simplifying their lives.


Kendra Adachi

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#411 - 10 Things to Do Before Taking a Trip
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as one of her books.


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#384 - 3 Time Management Shifts That Will Change Your Life
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as a resource for listeners.


Kendra Adachi

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#394 - 5 Ways to Feel Grounded in a Busy Month
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as a book she wrote.


Kendra Adachi

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#393 - What’s Saving My Life
Grab a copy to learn more about the lazy genius approach to life.

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#422 - Six Small Things I Do Every Day That Are Making a Big Difference
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as one of her books.


Kendra Adachi

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# 418 - My Take on Kids and Technology