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Ep. 346: Getting Smarter in a Dumb World

Deep Questions with Cal Newport

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Revitalizing Cognitive Fitness

This chapter explores the decline in human cognitive abilities alongside the rise of smartphones and emphasizes the need for brain training akin to physical exercise. It introduces techniques like 'interval training' for enhanced focus, advocates for dialectical reading to confront simplistic narratives, and stresses the importance of organizing thoughts through writing. Additionally, the chapter discusses how limited digital consumption and developing expertise in specific fields can enrich understanding and foster critical thinking.

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