#701: In Case You Missed It: September 2023 Recap of "The Tim Ferriss Show"

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Oct 28, 2023

Sam Corcos, CEO of Levels, shares insights on how continuous glucose monitors can revolutionize health by showing food's impact on our bodies. The conversation explores mastering time management and the importance of a reverse bucket list for achieving personal satisfaction. Listeners also learn about the interplay between resilience and reputation, effective mental models for decision-making, and the benefits of cold therapy. Corcos' perspectives on happiness, risk, and innovation provide actionable strategies for better living.

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Reverse Bucket List

Create a reverse bucket list and cross off achieved items to detach from material desires.
This shifts focus from acquiring more to wanting less, increasing lasting satisfaction.

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Calendar as To-Do List

Translate to-do lists directly into calendar blocks with realistic time estimates.
This reveals actual available time and prevents over-scheduling.

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Email Management

Treat emails as tasks and schedule specific times to respond to them.
This eliminates the ambiguity of an overflowing inbox, reducing stress.

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