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Yale University
Yale researchers have a formula for getting in the flowYale University
2 min read · May 3rd · Yale psychologists have developed a mathematical theory of flow, and argue that it is possible to enhance immersion and engagement in almost any task.
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Tim Ferriss
Cal Newport and Tim Ferriss Revisit The 4-Hour Workweek (Plus: The Allure and The Void of Remote…Tim Ferriss
7 min read · May 18th · Cal Newport Interviews Tim Ferriss on The Tim Ferriss Show podcast
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host of the Deep Questions podcast.
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How to enter ‘flow state’ on commandyoutube.com
May 16th · Peak performance mind hack explained in 7 minutes.Subscribe to Big Think on YouTube ► https://www.youtube.com/c/bigthink Up Next ► The Neurochemistry of Flow...
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thedolectures.com
100+ Tools for an Easy Life 2022thedolectures.com
3 min read · May 13th · Life is busy. There's no getting away from that. But there are ways to make our busy lives that little bit easier. We have put together a list of 100+ tools that do just that. We hope they help.
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tylercipriani.com
I've Used All The Notebookstylercipriani.com
2 min read · Apr 30th · They aren’t a record of my thinking process. They are my thinking process. – Richard Feynman, on his notebooks (via How to Take Smart Notes) My notebook obsession laid bare I jot, doodle, scribe, and…
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They aren’t a record of my thinking process. They are my thinking process.  – Richard Feynman, on his notebooks (via How to Take Smart Notes)
Big Think
How to enter ‘flow state’ on commandBig Think
5 min read · May 2nd · Peak performance mind hack explained in 7 minutes.
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Curiosity is designed biologically again to be built into passion and think about we've all fallen in love how much attention you pay
Trello
What Is Toxic Productivity? And 5 Tips To Overcome ItTrello
4 min read · Apr 21st · Learn what toxic productivity is, and read expert tips on how to beat overworking. Get work/life balance strategies for physical and mental health.
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Toxic productivity is a mindset that manifests as the need to constantly “do.”
Ness Labs
TEA framework of productivity: managing your time, energy, and attentionNess Labs
4 min read · Apr 28th · The TEA framework of productivity is deceptively simple but incredibly powerful. It stands for time, energy, and attention.
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Adapt your workspace to minimize these distractions, whether it’s leaving your phone in another room, blocking distracting apps, or locking yourself up in a meeting room with a “do not disturb” post-it note.
Tiago Forte
12 Steps to Build a Second BrainTiago Forte
3 min read · May 10th · Here are 12 practical steps you can take right now to get your Second Brain started and establish the habits of personal knowledge management.
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Progressive summarization
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Self-organized knowledge management with HintsNess Labs
6 min read · May 12th · In this interview, we talked about the biggest challenges faced by knowledge workers, why complex systems tend to fail, the importance of revisiting your knowledge to consolidate it, the power of self…
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During my eight years of entrepreneurship, I’ve noticed the importance of serendipity. A sudden conversation in a coffee shop or a “random” book recommendation could change my life for the better. I learned to keep my eyes and ears open to catch small hints.
Harvard Business Review
How to Stop ProcrastinatingHarvard Business Review
9 min read · Apr 12th · Seven strategies backed by science
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Multiple studies have shown that strong habits reduce our need for self-control. They make it easier to stick to effortful behaviors and resist distractions. But the process of establishing a habit that confers such benefits usually takes a few months.
betterhumans.pub
Obsidian Template: Organise Your Life With a Simple Paperless Plannerbetterhumans.pub
~18 min read · Apr 20th · The almost-automated productivity system that I use every day
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In Defense of Frictiongabrielkahane.substack.com
10 min read · Apr 27th · Brian Wilson, pantry pasta, and the possibility of a smartphone-free existence.
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Harvard Business Review
Want to Be More Productive? Try Doing Less.Harvard Business Review
4 min read · From 2020 · A step-by-step guide to pare down your to-do list.
Reader View · Shared by 2050, including Bertrand Duperrin, Michael Hyatt, Henneke Duistermaat, Deb Lee, Whitney Johnson, Thomas Power, Rachel Botsman, Niklaus Gerber, Jonathan Kogan, ̗̀ ̗̀Manuel Marquina, Merkstatt, davidabrock, Howard Getson, Brian Laung Aoaeh, CFA, Stephanie A Kowalski, Christian Hartmann, Rachel Miller | #InfluencerMarketing, Tom Martin, Shawn Venasse, ⭐️Danielle Guzman ⭐️
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When you stop doing the things that make you feel busy but aren’t getting you results, then you end up with more than enough time for what matters.
Vox
How to get better at making every type of decisionVox
6 min read · Feb 12th · Here’s what to do if you regularly wish you could hire someone to make all your choices for you.
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Keeney advises asking yourself, “What do I hope to achieve by addressing this choice?” and focus on aspects that aren’t easily quantifiable.
The New York Times
Stop Trying to Be ProductiveThe New York Times
7 min read · From 2020 · The internet wants you to believe you aren’t doing enough with all that “extra time” you have now. But staying inside and attending to basic needs is plenty.
Reader View · Shared by 1488, including Katja Evertz, Bethany Brookshire, Andreas Spiegler, Dr. Cheryl Arutt, Brian Stelter, Deb Lee, Mathew Ingram, Chris Bailey, Jeremy Caplan, Stephanie A Kowalski, Ali Mattu, Ph.D., Robert Rose, Merkstatt, Leah Klungness, 💥 Katie Martell, Brian Solis - briansolis.eth, Sprout Social, Thomas Power, Christian Müller, Shawn Venasse
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“I’m trying to be more OK with just being.”
mysticalsilicon.substack.com
On morning routines, habit cues & rememberingmysticalsilicon.substack.com
5 min read · Apr 14th · “Lose an hour in the morning chase it all day.” - Yiddish saying For most of my life I didn’t have a morning routine. It wasn’t really until my early-20s that I even made my bed every day. It wasn’t…
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Similarly, when starting a new job the things you do the first few days often turns into the routines that become embedded over time.
Dan Shipper
Surgical Reading: How to Read 12 Books at OnceDan Shipper
~13 min read · 2020-06-23 · How to efficiently get what you need out of reading, multiple books at a time
Reader View · Shared by 1433, including Matthias Kahr, Evan (he/him), Pouya, Niklaus Gerber, Esther Schindler, Neil Hart 💙, Matthias Wiencke, Ed Sim, Carl Morris, Phillip Murphy, Jonathan Kogan, Philipp Laurim, Josep M. Ganyet, Tarik ESSAADI, Michael Carroll, Dennis Schvejda, Stephanie A Kowalski, Umar Tedman, Jacob Jarnvall
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when I’m reading a non-fiction book, I focus on locating and removing the most valuable pieces of information from it quickly as possible
Fast Company
How to transform your to-do list into a productivity power toolFast Company
3 min read · From 2020 · It will likely require shifting your mindset in a few key ways.
Reader View · Shared by 1432, including Tauno, Phillip Murphy, Antonio Ramos, Beth Price Almeida, Stephanie A Kowalski, Ines Bieler, Christian Surchi, Matthias Kahr, Rachel Miller | #InfluencerMarketing, John Hall, Nrupal Akolkar, Stefan Diepolder, 瑞拿頭, LoriBeth, excellent-analytical-tiger, Gabrielle Mendoza, Katja Evertz, Shawn Venasse, Jonathan Kogan, Christian Hartmann
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Once you know your priorities, everything on your to-do list should serve them.
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The Ultimate Guide to Personal Productivity Methodsblog.todoist.com
~20 min read · From 2015 · We’ve gathered all the most powerful productivity methods  in one place. Find the framework that fits best for your personality and projects.
Reader View · Shared by 1391, including Kris Fannin, Brian Tomlinson 🚢, Klaus Eck, Dominik Grolimund, Nando 💪🇦🇺🇦🇷, Francis Wade, Aleyda Solis 🇺🇦, Ilia Markov, Shawn Venasse, Anthony Atkinson, Prof. Arun Kumar वाघचौरे, Katja Evertz, Kunal Bhatia (in NYC till 5/22), Chris Messina, Howard Getson, Thomas Power, designshard, Pat Kua, Mark Kaigwa, Tillmann Allmer
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TED Talks
Mental time travel is a great decision-making tool — this is how to use itTED Talks
8 min read · Mar 11th · Wouldn’t you love to know what’s going to happen to you in the future? Here’s one way to do just that, from futurist and game designer Jane McGonigal.
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Ideally, as you get better at imagining the unimaginable, you’ll incorporate not just obvious ideas and events but also surprising things that could be important in your future.
Scott Young
The Nine Habits to Increase Your EnergyScott Young
5 min read · From 2019 · Your energy levels are the basis of your success and happiness. Here are nine habits you can start today to feel more energetic in work and at home.
Shared by 1159, including Matteo Furia, Keyur Ahuja, Memen Isimo, André Borges, Shawn Venasse, Katja Evertz, Keerthi G, Jansnet, Andres Saldarriaga, Nrupal Akolkar
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