1min snip

Deep Questions with Cal Newport cover image

Ep. 322: The Discipline Ladder

Deep Questions with Cal Newport

NOTE

Conquer Procrastination with Discipline

Procrastination often arises from difficulty in tackling important yet non-urgent tasks. Recognition of this urge is key to combating it, but it can be challenging. Successful discipline involves the ability to engage in hard work despite immediate desire to avoid it. Developing a structured plan that aligns with our mindset and highlighting potential rewards reinforces discipline. Our minds excel at visualizing future outcomes, which can help in staying motivated to complete tough tasks.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode