This chapter focuses on structured journaling as a tool for self-reflection and personal development. The speakers discuss the adaptation of this practice during life transitions, emphasizing the importance of regularly updating personal values and goals. They also explore the significance of creating a master narrative for one's life while sharing insights about pacing oneself in personal growth.
Summer is the perfect time to ready yourself for significant changes in your life. A chance to seek more depth in a distracted world. But for many, the goal for these changes is unclear. They know they want something deeper, but they don’t know what exactly that is. In this episode, Cal describes a method called structured journaling that can help you clarify your vision for what you seek. He then answers readers’ questions and ends with a final segment in which reacts to a provocative claim by Jon M. Chu, the director of the new WICKED film adaptation.
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Deep Dive: Structured journaling [6:10]
- What does Cal think of goal planning systems? [30:32]
- How can college students cultivate a deep life? [32:44]
- Can I live a deep life as a lawyer? [40:19]
- How does Cal keep track of the books he wants to read? [46:19]
- I finish all my work in a single day. Is this unethical? [49:15]
- How do I cultivate a deep life in a busy career? [53:11]
- CALL: Should I leave a perfect job? [56:54]
CASE STUDY: Career capital theory in action [1:02:38]
FINAL SEGMENT: Jon M. Chu on Creativity and Hard Work [1:10:05]
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