Ep. 274: The Deep Life Stack v2.0
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
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The Episodic Future Thinking Approach
Success in achieving one's goals lies in adopting the episodic future thinking (EFT) approach, where one leverages past experiences, understanding, and values to co-opt the brain in support of the desired objectives. This approach emphasizes filling the hippocampus with evidence-based expertise and understanding to project a clear path to success in the future. Rather than relying on courage to overcome fear, the focus is on building a well-informed, compelling plan A, while not discarding plan B. By aligning the brain with the chosen path, individuals can effectively pursue their ambitions, as courage becomes a smaller factor in light of a determined and supported mindset.
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