Ferriss: multitasking is actually a real thing. You're walking and thinking at the same time. And just the blood flowing actually does help for my brain to be able to bring my attention back to the focused problem at hand. The second tip you gave reminds me of the cheat day for Tim Ferriss's slow carb diet. When it comes to digital addictions, people for some reason seem comfortable with reversing that.
Cal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, and the author most recently of Deep Work, a book which argues that focus is the new I.Q. in the modern workplace, and So Good They Can’t Ignore You, a book which debunks the long-held belief that “follow your passion” is good advice.
In addition to studying the theoretical foundations of our digital age as a professor, Newport also writes about the impact of these technologies on the world of work.
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