In this lesson, Cal shares the productivity system he used to complete an MIT PhD, become a tenured professor and write bestselling books.
Rediscover Depth
Cal Newport argues we've lost the ability to appreciate (and make use) of deep focus. Here's how to recapture this essential skill.
Give Your Brain Some Breathing Room
Anxious uncertainty caused by the pandemic and political unrest--amplified by social media--is breaking us. It's time to push back.
Returning to a Life of Focus
Cal Newport shares why now is the time to push back against distraction and regain focus in work and at home.
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