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Ep. 127: Does Productivity Diminish Leisure? (with Brad Stulberg)
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
The Burden of Self-Optimization
This chapter examines the idea of 'stopping one rep short' in both fitness and knowledge work, promoting a sustainable approach to productivity that counters burnout. It highlights the shift from institutional productivity optimization to individual responsibility, exploring the cultural implications and potential negative impacts of this change.
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