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In today’s episode, I sit down with Nir Eyal to explore the nature of distraction and the journey to becoming "indistractable". We dive into understanding internal triggers, mastering them through practical techniques, and using commitment pacts to stay focused. Nir introduces concepts like the distraction notebook, the difference between traction and distraction, and how to align actions with personal goals. We also discuss managing external triggers, minimising tech and family distractions, and the idea of temptation bundling to combine rewards with tasks. Finally, we touch on the overdiagnosis of ADHD and the importance of following your curiosity.
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(00:00) Understanding Distraction and the Human Condition
(02:48) The Journey to Becoming Indistractable
(06:06) The Role of Internal Triggers in Distraction
(08:55) Mastering Internal Triggers: Techniques and Strategies
(12:11) The Power of Commitment Pacts
(15:04) Challenging the Concept of Willpower
(17:51) The Distraction Notebook: Tracking Your Triggers
(30:21) Understanding Distractions and Taking Action
(36:58) The Concept of Traction vs. Distraction
(47:39) Aligning Your Schedule with Your Values
(53:48) Managing External Triggers and Productivity
(01:00:33) Managing External Triggers
(01:02:56) Hacking Distractions from Family
(01:06:39) Understanding Temptation Bundling
(01:08:35) The Power of Identity Packs
(01:12:56) Over-diagnosis of ADHD
(01:18:06) Finding Time for Writing
(01:24:03) Embracing Curiosity in Writing
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