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Ep. 323: Strategic Procrastination

Deep Questions with Cal Newport

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**Ok Writing your thoughts and views in order to articulate them **

Articulating personal thoughts and feelings on important issues is essential for developing a deep, considered understanding. Writing down these thoughts helps avoid merely repeating group opinions or reacting to stimuli without reflection. This practice should be applied to various aspects of life, including meditation, political beliefs, and personal philosophies. Creating documents to clarify motivations and principles fosters a proactive approach to understanding complex feelings, preventing the frustration that arises when challenged without a grounded perspective. Engaging with one's feelings and articulating core principles leads to clearer insights and a more thoughtful dialogue about significant topics.

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