AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
3min snip
Ep. 304: Seinfeld on The Deep Life
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
The Cognitive Groove: Overcoming Writer's Block
Overcoming writer's block is about acknowledging that it's not a real block but rather a challenge in shifting from evolved physical cognition to abstract thinking. Our brains are not naturally inclined towards abstract cognitive pursuits like writing, causing initial resistance. However, once we engage and activate relevant neural networks, we enter a cognitive groove where writing becomes easier. The key is to start, push through the difficulty, and trust that with continuous effort and practice, the work will improve over time.
00:00
Transcript
Episode notes
Get the Snipd
podcast app
Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
AI-powered
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode
Save any
moment
Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways
Share
& Export
Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more
AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode