The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Moment 149: Why You Are Easily Distracted & How To FIX it! Nir Eyal
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Feb 16, 2024 
Nir Eyal, an expert in behavior design and author of 'Indistractable,' shares his insights on overcoming procrastination and distraction. He emphasizes the power of understanding internal triggers, linking them to feelings of discomfort. By identifying these emotions, you can regain control over attention. Nir introduces the '10 Minute Rule,' allowing scheduled distractions for a limited time to improve focus. The conversation dives into the psychology behind procrastination and suggests techniques like time boxing for better productivity.
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Time Management is Pain Management
- Time management is pain management, since all human behavior is driven by escaping discomfort.
- We use distractions to escape internal triggers like loneliness, boredom, or guilt, rather than hunger.
Master Internal Triggers
- Identify your internal triggers by writing down the sensations you feel right before distraction.
- Reframe these triggers as signs of something positive, not as negative experiences you need to escape.
Scheduled Worry Time
- Schedule worry time to deal with anxieties and doubts later, preventing them from derailing your work.
- This helps compartmentalize worries, allowing your brain to relax and focus on the task.
