Ep. 331: Money and the Deep Life

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Dec 16, 2024

Delve into the intriguing relationship between money and a fulfilling life. Explore how reducing financial burdens can enhance personal engagement in meaningful work. Discover strategies for effective goal setting and cognitive focus through lifestyle-centric planning. Learn about the generational slang 'sigma' and its humorous evolution in modern culture. Plus, gain fresh insights on balancing motivation with inner peace, perfect for navigating life's chaos.

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Paul Jarvis's Lifestyle Choice

Paul Jarvis prioritized lifestyle over maximizing income by moving to a less expensive area.
Jarvis increased his hourly rate and decreased his workload to maintain income and gain time.

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ADVICE

Lifestyle-Centric Planning

Focus on lifestyle-centric planning instead of only pursuing one grand goal.
Identify your ideal lifestyle and work backwards, evaluating its instantiations.

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Improving Reading Focus

To improve focus while reading, rewire your phone usage at home.
Treat your phone like a landline, minimizing mindless distractions and practicing focused activity.

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Money's Role in Crafting a Deep Life

02:15 • 4min

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Crafting a Deep Life: Hour Cost Planning

06:09 • 12min

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Book Comparisons and Lifestyle Reflections

18:35 • 5min

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Enhancing Focus Through Cognitive Habits

23:53 • 8min

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Navigating Goals Amidst Life's Chaos

31:51 • 32min

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Navigating Lifestyle-Centric Planning

01:03:22 • 13min

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Exploring Sigma: A Generational Slang Discussion

01:16:43 • 3min

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Redefining Identity in Online Culture

01:19:17 • 3min

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Don't Send a Resume

And Other Contrarian Rules to Help Land a Great Job

Jeffrey J. Fox

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The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck

Mark Manson

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Atomic Habits

James Clear

Atomic Habits by James Clear provides a practical and scientifically-backed guide to forming good habits and breaking bad ones. The book introduces the Four Laws of Behavior Change: make it obvious, make it attractive, make it easy, and make it satisfying. It also emphasizes the importance of small, incremental changes (atomic habits) that compound over time to produce significant results. Clear discusses techniques such as habit stacking, optimizing the environment to support desired habits, and focusing on continuous improvement rather than goal fixation. The book is filled with actionable strategies, real-life examples, and stories from various fields, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to improve their habits and achieve personal growth.

Eruption

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Open

an autobiography

Andre Agassi

In 'Open,' Andre Agassi provides a deeply personal and honest account of his life, from his rigorous and often abusive training as a child to his rise as a tennis champion. The book details his relationships, including those with Barbara Streisand, Brooke Shields, and Steffi Graf, as well as his struggles with fame and his eventual transformation into a philanthropist. Agassi recounts his career highs and lows, including his comeback from a low point in his ranking and his final years in the sport. The memoir is praised for its raw candor and vivid descriptions of his experiences on and off the court.

Getting Things Done

David Allen

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Slow Productivity

The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout

Cal Newport

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One of the most important but often overlooked elements of cultivating a deep life is the role of money. In this episode, Cal takes a contrarian look at this topic, arguing that the monetary cost of your vision is not actually the most important metric. He then answers listener questions and reacts to an article that many people sent him this past week.

Below are the questions covered in today's episode (with their timestamps). Get your questions answered by Cal! Here’s the link: bit.ly/3U3sTvo

Video from today’s episode: youtube.com/calnewportmedia

Deep Dive: Money and the Deep Life [3:17]

- How can I tame my wandering mind when reading? [23:34]

- How should I schedule time blocks as a real estate agent? [27:21]

- How can I improve my quarterly planning? [32:33]

- How can I balance intense motivation with finding inner peace? [38:29]

- How can a jobseeker demonstrate actual productivity? [45:37]

- CALL: Trying to do more with a newborn [53:34]

CASE STUDY: A 39-year-old juggling school and work [1:00:18]

CAL REACTS: ‘Brain Rot’ [1:12:51]

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