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Ep. 274: The Deep Life Stack v2.0
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
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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