Essentialism and the Deep Life

Cal Newport discusses the similarities and differences between living an essentialist life and living a deep life. Both emphasize focusing on what truly matters and not wasting time on unimportant things. Cal goes further in the deep life by providing practical strategies for operationalizing this mindset. The key to a meaningful life is doing less, doing better, and knowing why.

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Deep Questions with Cal Newport
Ep. 43: Unproductive Days, Content Fatigue, and Cultivating Character | DEEP QUESTIONS
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