Deep Questions with Cal Newport

Ep. 16: Habit Tune-Up: Why Relaxation is Overrated and the Importance of Facing the Productivity Dragon

In this mini-episode, I take "calls" from listeners asking for advice about how best to tune-up their productivity and work habits in a moment of increased distraction and disruption. You can submit your own audio questions at speakpipe.com/calnewport. Here are the topics we cover:  * Does capturing thoughts diminish deep work? [2:09] * Trouble relaxing after periods of intense focus. [7:37] * Should you list specific tasks on time block schedules? [14:23] * Time blocking for jobs with regular unexpected emergencies. [18:46] * What administrators can do to help teachers work deeply. [26:08] As always, if you enjoy the podcast, please considering subscribing or leaving a rating/review. Thanks to listener Jay Kerstens for the intro music.

Cal Newport is a computer science professor and a New York Times bestselling author who writes about the impact of technology on society, and the struggle to work and live deeply in a world increasingly mired in digital distractions. On this podcast, he answers questions from his readers and offers advice about cultivating focus, productivity, and meaning amidst the noise that pervades our lives.