The Greg McKeown Podcast 39. What's Essential: Nir Eyal on How to be Indistractable
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Feb 22, 2021 
Nir Eyal, best-selling author of "Indistractable" and "Hooked," shares insights on attention management and productivity. He discusses mastering distractions through self-honesty and emotional awareness, emphasizing the significance of embracing discomfort for personal growth. Eyal introduces the '10-minute rule' to combat immediate urges, and highlights the value of self-compassion in achieving long-term goals. For parents juggling chaos, he suggests intentional scheduling techniques to align family commitments and enhance focus.
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Distracted Dad
- Nir Eyal shares a story about being distracted by his phone while spending time with his daughter.
- This made him realize how often he prioritized distractions over important moments.
Traction vs. Distraction
- The opposite of distraction is not focus, but traction.
- Traction is any action aligned with your values and intentions.
Internal Triggers
- External triggers like notifications only account for 10% of distractions.
- Internal triggers, like uncomfortable emotions, are the real culprits.
