

E43: Nir Eyal - How to Become Indistractable
494 snips Nov 28, 2019
Nir Eyal, an Israeli-American author known for his books "Hooked" and "Indistractable," discusses how to reclaim focus in a distracting digital world. He shares practical techniques for overcoming internal triggers and emphasizes the need for personal integrity in achieving goals. Nir highlights the importance of prioritizing relationships and self-care over work and advocates for intentional quality time with loved ones. Additionally, he introduces a structured method for developing positive habits while practicing self-compassion.
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Daughter's Superpower
- Nir Eyal realized his distraction problem when his daughter felt ignored.
- He was too focused on his phone and missed her question about superpowers.
Time Management is Pain Management
- All human behavior is driven by a desire to escape discomfort.
- Time management is pain management.
Traction vs. Distraction
- Define traction and distraction in your life.
- Schedule time for activities you previously considered distractions.