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Ep. 16: Habit Tune-Up: Why Relaxation is Overrated and the Importance of Facing the Productivity Dragon
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
Balancing Mental Activity
To avoid burnout, it's essential to provide the mind with a diverse range of activities, excluding mere idleness, according to Arnold Bennett's philosophy. This concept includes engaging in various stimulating activities rather than non-activity like watching Netflix continuously. In addition to sleep and diverse activities, it's crucial to ensure a regular and sustained break from stress, which is often due to time pressures, to maintain mental well-being.
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