Ep. 163: The Books I Read in December 2021
Below are the questions covered in today's episode (with their timestamps). For instructions on submitting your own questions, go to calnewport.com/podcast.
OPENING CHAT: The Books I Read in December 2021
DEEP WORK QUESTIONS:
- How do I handle insecurity about my writing ability? [35:39]
- How do I balance non-work and work activities? [39:51]
- How can I take regular breaks to avoid eye strain? [43:53]
- How can I reduce anxiety around long term projects? [45:43]
- How should academic handle paper rejections? [48:36]
DEEP LIFE QUESTIONS:
- What are your (Cal’s) thoughts on fasting and deep work? [54:59]
- How should I maintain a healthy body posture while at the computer? [01:00:56]
- How do I stick with habits for more than a couple days? [01:01:55]
- How does a digital minimalist find interesting books to read? [01:04:57]
Thanks to Jesse Miller for production, Jay Kerstens for the intro music, and Mark Miles for mastering.
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Below are the questions covered in today's episode (with their timestamps). For instructions on submitting your own questions, go to calnewport.com/podcast.
OPENING CHAT: The Books I Read in December 2021
DEEP WORK QUESTIONS:
- How do I handle insecurity about my writing ability? [35:39]
- How do I balance non-work and work activities? [39:51]
- How can I take regular breaks to avoid eye strain? [43:53]
- How can I reduce anxiety around long term projects? [45:43]
- How should academic handle paper rejections? [48:36]
DEEP LIFE QUESTIONS:
- What are your (Cal’s) thoughts on fasting and deep work? [54:59]
- How should I maintain a healthy body posture while at the computer? [01:00:56]
- How do I stick with habits for more than a couple days? [01:01:55]
- How does a digital minimalist find interesting books to read? [01:04:57]
Thanks to Jesse Miller for production, Jay Kerstens for the intro music, and Mark Miles for mastering.
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