89. Nir Eyal
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How different would your life be if you were “indistractable”? Nir Eyal wrote the book on how tech companies get people Hooked. After years of teaching at Stanford, Eyal now reveals the Achilles’ heel of distraction in his new book, Indistractable. In Indistractable, Eyal shatters the conventional narrative that the problem is our gadgets. Rather, Eyal shows why distraction is a symptom of much deeper dysfunction.  In this episode, we dive deeper into how we can escape distraction, beat the urge to scroll, refresh and reply and do more of the things we want to do. In Episode 89, you will learn: 00:00 Intro 03:31 Distraction vs Traction 11:59 How to get to the root of distraction 15:59 Master your internal triggers 20:22 Can you really run out of willpower? 26:23 Nir’s fascination with behavior 32:54 How to balance your time with time-boxing 54:04 Nir’s personal system of using a to-do list 55:24 The first step to becoming indistractable 58:12 Are you a Reactor or a Reflector 1:03:34 What is next for Nir 1:04:54 How to get in touch with Nir Resources/Links: Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your LifeHooked: How to Build Habit-Forming ProductsThe Most Important Skill of the Future is Being ‘Indistractable’Learn How To Avoid Distraction In A World That Is Full Of ItBe a Schedule Builder, Not a To-Do List MakerTimeboxing: The Most Powerful Time Management Technique You’re Probably Not UsingFree Schedule Maker*** If you enjoy the show please subscribe and leave a short 17-second review on Apple Podcasts here. It means a lot to me and really supports the podcast.   Text me directly at: 619-825-2595 Follow and chat with me on:  Instagram FacebookTwitterFor show notes and more visit: armanassadi.com/podcast To work with me: armanassadi.com/consulting
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