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No.1 Habit & Procrastination Expert: We've Got ADHD Wrong! Break Any Habit & Never Be Distracted!

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May 22, 2023
Nir Eyal, a behavioral design expert and author renowned for his books on habit formation, dives into reclaiming time and attention. He challenges misconceptions about ADHD and discusses the psychological roots of distraction. Nir emphasizes the importance of 'time-boxing' and mastering attention control to overcome internal distractions. He also explores the crucial role of prioritization and discipline for personal growth, while advocating for skill-building over medication. Join them for actionable strategies to become 'indistractable'!
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Traction vs. Distraction

  • Distraction is any action pulling us away from what we plan to do.
  • Traction is any action pulling us toward what we plan to do.
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External vs. Internal Triggers

  • External triggers (10% of distractions) are things in our outside environment.
  • Internal triggers (90% of distractions) are uncomfortable emotional states we seek to escape.
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Mastering Internal Triggers

  • Note the feeling before you get distracted.
  • Reframe the trigger by interpreting the feeling not as negative, but as a signal.
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