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Ep. 273: A Deep Response to Distraction

Deep Questions with Cal Newport

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The challenges of competing with attention-engineered applications

Competing with popular apps like TikTok and Instagram, the do lingo app needs to out-reward them to keep users engaged. However, it's challenging because learning requires effort and strain, which cannot be engineered out. Deliberate practice is necessary for learning complex procedures, pushing beyond one's comfort zone.

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