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193: Slow Productivity by Cal Newport

Bookworm

The Power of Priming the Creativity Pump

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Creativity is not just a sudden divine inspiration, but a result of continuous habit, organized note-taking, and priming the creative pump with preloaded ideas. By consistently engaging in reading, collecting ideas, and refining note-taking systems, creative work becomes easier and more productive. Building a 'flywheel' effect by consistently priming the creative pump leads to a steady flow of ideas and output. Initially, it may require effort, but over time, it becomes a reliable system. Trust in this process is essential, even if there are initial failures or doubts. Balancing between producing the best version of work and accepting good enough output is crucial in creative endeavors.

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