Time and Attention

Discover the intriguing dynamics of news consumption and its impact on mental well-being. The hosts delve into their personal experiences with anxiety triggered by distressing news, especially during turbulent times. They discuss the benefits of selective sourcing, favoring quality journalism amidst media bias. Mindfulness in news intake is highlighted, encouraging listeners to focus on specific topics to deepen understanding while minimizing stress. Embrace a deliberate approach to staying informed and navigate the complexities of today's media landscape.

Author Scott Young, known for his book 'Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery', discusses learning, mastery, and improving skills in various fields. Topics include internet evolution, fascination with learning, variable practice benefits, continual improvement opportunities, and the relationship between creativity and productivity.

Delve into the science behind meetings with topics like the roles of meetings, relationship dynamics, and becoming a steward of time. Explore strategies for managing recurring meetings and making them more productive. Learn about meeting tactics, effectiveness, group dynamics, and maximizing respect for others' time. Discover productivity strategies like setting agendas, respecting time limits, and valuing others' time to enhance meeting outcomes.

This podcast delves into the science behind meetings, discussing their draining nature and the four main purposes they serve. The hosts explore the benefits and annoyances of collaborative versus focused work, revealing the incremental cost of meetings. They also touch on the value of meetings in achieving organizational goals and optimizing productivity.

Learn about different time blocking strategies and their benefits, including the rolling method. Discover how autonomy plays a role in time blocking and how to make it sustainable for increased productivity. Dive into personal experiences with time blocking and explore its impact on daily routines.

Author Cal Newport discusses 'Slow Productivity' in this episode, covering engineering simplicity at work, administrative overhead, narrowing missions, avoiding task engines, and the benefits of studying related fields for creativity.

This podcast episode delves into the impact of social media on attention and productivity. Topics include impulsiveness, procrastination, stimulation loops, and methods to extract more meaning from social media. The hosts share book recommendations and discuss strategies to limit social media usage and create intentional focus in daily life.

Should you wake up early? The podcast covers topics such as calculating natural wakeup time, the impact of biology and daily constraints on wakeup time, the benefits of having an anchor in your morning routine, and whether waking up early affects daily productivity. The hosts also discuss mutual music tastes, heartbreak productivity, robot vacuums, the 5am club, and embracing personal wakeup times.

Exploring the 'all or nothing' thinking and its impact on success, the 'screw it' effect, and the need for awareness in behavioral change. Discussion on the drawbacks of black and white thinking, sunk costs, and the importance of navigating gray areas for better decision-making.

Learn how to stay productive when you don't feel like it by settling into work, understanding procrastination triggers, and managing your expectations. Explore the idea of making 'only progress' and paying yourself 'time and a half' while accommodating mental resistance to tasks.