

Freedom Matters
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The Freedom Matters podcast explores the intersection of technology, productivity, creativity and society.
Our collaborators are the leading productivity, digital wellness, and creative voices of our time. They share their powerful stories and guidance on how to nurture productivity and reclaim control over technology.
This is not another ‘productivity’ podcast which puts more pressure on listeners to obtain unrealistic life goals. Our stories are real, and the advice is pragmatic, authentic, and designed to support a healthier, happier and more productive life.
Our collaborators are the leading productivity, digital wellness, and creative voices of our time. They share their powerful stories and guidance on how to nurture productivity and reclaim control over technology.
This is not another ‘productivity’ podcast which puts more pressure on listeners to obtain unrealistic life goals. Our stories are real, and the advice is pragmatic, authentic, and designed to support a healthier, happier and more productive life.
Episodes
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Jul 23, 2020 • 14min
LISTEN: How Your Phone Is Ruining Your Relationships
Smartphones have changed everything from how we navigate when driving, to how we purchase goods and services.
They’ve also radically changed the way we interact with one other.
From Freedom Matters Blog
https://freedom.to/blog/how-your-phone-is-ruining-your-relationships/
Host: Mike Goodrick
Music by Toccare

Jul 22, 2020 • 11min
LISTEN: What's The Right Amount Of Time To Spend On Your Phone?
How much time did you spend on your phone yesterday? How much phone time is right for you? We look at the research and discuss guidelines for healthy screen time.
From Freedom Matters Blog
https://freedom.to/blog/what-is-the-right-amount-of-time-to-spend-on-your-phone/
Host: Mike Goodrick
Music by Toccare

Jul 22, 2020 • 11min
LISTEN: Decision Fatigue – The Cost Of Distraction
In order to make a good decision, you must weigh all the factors involved, decide what’s most important, and then act based on that analysis. Performing these calculations requires mental energy, and your ability to make good decisions declines with the number of decisions you must make.
Decision fatigue sets in as you make more and more choices.
From Freedom Matters Blog
https://freedom.to/blog/decision-fatigue-the-cost-of-distraction/
Host: Mike Goodrick
Music by Toccare

Jul 21, 2020 • 23min
LISTEN: Lack Of Motivation – The Forgotten Emotional Aspects Of Productivity
When you understand what motivation is and how it works, you can then do specific things to significantly increase your overall levels of motivation.
We explore the intricacies of motivation, discover why we often lack it, and look at practical actions we can take to improve it.
From Freedom Matters Blog
https://freedom.to/blog/lack-of-motivation-the-forgotten-emotional-aspects-of-productivity/
Host: Mike Goodrick
Music by Toccare

Jul 21, 2020 • 12min
LISTEN: Finding Focus In Uncertain Times
While uncertainty levels are at an all-time high right now, it’s not going to totally disappear once this is all over. We will all continue to experience periods of confusion and anxiety from time to time. That’s just how life is.
So how can we find focus when it feels like everything is turned upside down?
From Freedom Matters Blog
https://freedom.to/blog/finding-focus-in-uncertain-times/
Host: Mike Goodrick
Music by Toccare