Ep. 165: Why Are We Burnt Out?

Below are the questions covered in today's episode (with their timestamps). For instructions on submitting your own questions, go to calnewport.com/podcast.

DEEP DIVE: Why Are We Burnt Out? [1:31]

DEEP WORK QUESTIONS:

- Should I exercise before or after deep work? [20:28] - Why plan every quarter instead of every month or year? [23:56] - How do I master a hard technical skill? [26:12] - What does my (Cal) knowledge management system look like? [30:17]

DEEP LIFE QUESTIONS:

- Are my (Cal’s) online courses applicable to people with ADHD? [40:37] - How do I apply deep work to my busy life? [45:10] - How do I balance work, school, and kids? [49:45] - What are my (Cal’s) thoughts on sleep? [52:36] - How do I (Cal) think about earnings and personal finance? [56:23]

Thanks to Jesse Miller for production, Jay Kerstens for the intro music, and Mark Miles for mastering.

Release date

Lydbog: 17. januar 2022