Beyond the To-Do List - Productivity for Work and Life Michael Easter on How Comfort and Over Abundance are Stifling Our Progress and Productivity
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Apr 22, 2024 
Michael Easter, author of The Comfort Crisis and Scarcity Brain, discusses how our pursuit of comfort and abundance is hindering our progress and productivity. He explores the importance of embracing discomfort, overcoming the 'scarcity brain,' and making intentional choices in a world of excess. The conversation touches on the impact of social media, the benefits of a one-ingredient diet, and the power of small, conscious steps towards personal growth and well-being.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Embracing Discomfort in a World of Abundance
03:19 • 17min
The Slot Machine Influence of Social Media
20:30 • 6min
Exploring the Impact of Comfort and Overabundance on Progress and Productivity
26:50 • 3min
Exploring Intentionality in Digital Engagement
29:30 • 2min
Exploring the Health Benefits of a One-Ingredient Diet
31:06 • 4min
Conscious Choices and Small Steps
34:48 • 11min