Deep Questions with Cal Newport Ep. 242: The Simple Life
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Apr 3, 2023 Explore the allure of simple living and why it resonates with overworked professionals. Delve into the life-changing insights drawn from a self-sustaining couple during the Great Depression. Discover practical tips for achieving fulfillment through small lifestyle changes. The discussion also uncovers the importance of keystone habits in productivity, advocating for fewer projects to alleviate cognitive overload. Plus, learn about emerging social media regulations for teens and the complexities of navigating a career in publishing.
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The Nearings' Homestead
- The Nearings, a couple in the 50s, moved to rural Vermont for a simpler life.
- They built their homestead, grew food, and wrote, but their life was busy with projects.
Simple Living's Deeper Appeal
- The appeal of "simple living" stories isn't just about free time.
- It's about escaping overload and struggle, and pursuing autonomy, meaning, and slowness.
Deconstructing Simplicity
- Deconstruct appealing simple living stories to isolate their attractive elements.
- Pursue those elements in your life, even without radical change.
