In today's fast-paced world, the pursuit of productivity often leads to overwhelm. In fact, one report suggests that 88% of UK workers have experienced some degree of burnout over the past two years. But what if there’s a better way to work and live?
This week, I’m delighted to welcome Cal Newport back to my Feel Better Live More podcast. Cal is a professor ... Show More
Nov 21
BITESIZE | The Surprising Secret to Making New Habits Stick & Effortlessly Achieving Your Goals | Shane Parrish #597
Are you constantly trying to create better habits and quit those that don’t serve you? We can all make short-term changes, but so many of us struggle to make our new desired behaviours last.
Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. E ... Show More
24m 40s
Nov 19
How to Find Happiness, Peace & Purpose Even When Life Feels Hard with Mo Gawdat #596
We all want to be happy. Yet the harder we chase it, the more elusive happiness it can seem. This week’s returning guest podcast believes the answer does not lie in changing our circumstances, but in changing how we see them.
Mo Gawdat is the former Chief Business Officer of Goo ... Show More
1h 13m
Mar 2024
How To Be Productive Without Burning Out | Cal Newport
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>---</p> <p>Slow productivity: achievement without burnout.</p> <p>Cal Newport is a professor of computer science at Georgetown University wher ... Show More
1h 16m
Mar 2018
TMHS 276: Protect Your Mental Energy, Attention Residue, & Deep Work - With Cal Newport
Today, more than ever, we are mistaking being busy for being effective. Great work is more valuable than ever today. Whether it’s work related to health and fitness, real estate, tech, art, or any other field, the quantity today is massive. But quality is what we truly desire.
F ... Show More
1h 5m
Mar 2024
#764 - Cal Newport - The Delicate Art Of Mastering Work-Life Balance
Cal Newport is a computer science professor at Georgetown University, a productivity expert and an author.
If you’ve ever felt that you’re not as productive as you could be, you’re not alone. But what if the goal isn't to be more productive, but to let go of the goals that aren't ... Show More
1h 50m
Jun 2022
Deep Work, Digital Minimalism and Becoming So Good They Can’t Ignore You with Cal Newport
#63: New York Times bestselling author and professor, Cal Newport, joins Chris to discuss building and living what he calls a “deep life.” We also delve into strategies that increase efficiency and quality of output, why constant email and messages are making you less productive ... Show More
1h 10m
Mar 2024
How to Enhance Focus and Improve Productivity | Dr. Cal Newport
In this episode, my guest is Dr. Cal Newport, Ph.D., a professor of computer science at Georgetown University and bestselling author of numerous books on focus and productivity and how to access the deepest possible layers of your cognitive abilities in order to do quality work a ... Show More
2h 52m
Mar 2024
Down With Pseudo-Productivity: Why We Need to Transform the Way We Work
<p>The last several years have seen the rise of a sort of anti-productivity movement. Knowledge workers who feel burned out and that work is pointless, meaningless, and grinding, have been talking more about opting out, “quiet quitting,” and doing nothing.</p><p>My guest would ar ... Show More
1 h
May 2024
2563: Yet Another Reason You Could Be Wasting Your Time With Long, Slow Fat-Burning Aerobic Workouts by Ben Greenfield
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Episode 2563:
Ben Greenfield challenges the traditional notions of fitness with compelling insights on high-intensity interval trai ... Show More
10m 25s
Jan 2024
Unlocking Longevity Secrets with Jason Prall: Insights for CEOs on Health, Culture, and Thriving Workplaces - A Global Quest for Life-Enhancing Strategies
In this must-listen episode, we join forces with acclaimed Documentary Filmmaker Jason Prall on a mesmerizing journey to decode the age-old secrets of longevity. From the serene beauty of Sardinia to the heart of Okinawa's vibrant traditions, we uncover the mystique of the world' ... Show More
35m 19s