The Daily Stoic Cal Newport, Jocko Willink, Tim Ferriss, and Robert Greene on Life During a Pandemic
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Dec 23, 2020 
Join Cal Newport, a productivity guru, Jocko Willink, a former Navy SEAL known for his discipline, Tim Ferriss, a self-improvement titan, and Robert Greene, an expert on power dynamics, as they tackle life during a pandemic. They dive into the importance of independent thought and emotional resilience. The conversation flows through daily routines, fears, and the balance between creativity and recovery. They encourage listeners to reclaim personal agency and transform challenges into meaningful growth, all through the lens of Stoic philosophy.
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Intense Focus Trumps Long Hours
- Focus intensely for shorter periods instead of long, unproductive hours.
- Two to four hours of deep work is often more effective than eight unfocused hours.
Radical Swings for Sustainability
- Commit to at least one "radical swing" in key life areas.
- This signals importance and makes long-term success more sustainable.
Professional vs. Amateur Habits
- Adopt professional habits, even if they seem unreasonable to amateurs.
- Professionals make large commitments that support their specialized lifestyles.
