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Deep Questions with Cal Newport

Ep. 303: The Problem with Grand Goals

Jun 3, 2024
Cal Newport discusses the downside of pursuing grand goals and advocates for a systematic lifestyle approach for better results. He answers questions about starting a deep life at 27, balancing work commitments, and managing life with children. Cal reviews five books he read in May, covering topics from science and epidemics to philosophical values.
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Quick takeaways

  • Cultivating a deep life involves avoiding the trap of investing all hope in achieving a singular grand goal.
  • Navigating the challenges of parenting and pursuing a deep life requires structured rituals and evidence-based planning.

Deep dives

Focus on Lifestyle Vision

Being intentional about your life during the young child-rearing years involves clarifying your vision for this season. This includes setting goals for parenting, managing work-life balance, and finding joy in the present moment. By working backwards from this vision, you can make intentional decisions about child care, work setups, and family priorities.

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