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Ep. 263: Overhaul Your Life

Deep Questions with Cal Newport

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**Automate and curtail **

The key advantage of organizational systems is not to work more but to gain control over time usage, enabling a better life. Automation involves streamlining recurring tasks in work and personal life to minimize manual effort. Curtailing involves eliminating commitments or tasks that drain time and energy, allowing for strategic decisions on what to remove to improve time management. By automating and curtailing effectively, individuals can reduce their planning burden, leading to a more manageable and fulfilling life.

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