In 'Feel-Good Productivity,' Dr. Ali Abdaal challenges the conventional notion that productivity is about hard work and discipline. Instead, he argues that the secret to productivity is feeling good. Drawing on decades of psychological research, Abdaal introduces the three hidden 'energisers' that underpin enjoyable productivity, the three 'blockers' to overcome procrastination, and the three 'sustainers' to prevent burnout. The book includes inspiring stories from founders, Olympians, and Nobel-winning scientists and provides simple, actionable changes to make work more enjoyable and sustainable. Abdaal's approach focuses on cultivating a deeper energy for work, balancing well-being with productivity, and enjoying the journey.
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Episode 2775:
Matt McLeod challenges the obsession with fitness minutiae and urges readers to focus on aligning health habits with deeper values, rather than relying on fleeting motivation or discipline. By understanding your “why” and constructing a personal internal compass, he explains how you can turn fitness into a meaningful and sustainable part of your life.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mattmcleod.org/unblock/
Quotes to ponder:
"You don’t care about abs. You care about getting respect from yourself and others. You care about feeling confident in your own skin."
"What if instead of brilliantly advising you to simply 'want it more' or 'just do it,' we uncovered what was blocking you from doing these things in the first place?"
"We have to use our daily actions as incremental 'votes' towards this identity we’re aspiring for."
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