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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.
Enjoy

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 Overdiagnosis of ADHD
01:18:06 Finding Time for Writing
01:24:03 Embracing Curiosity in Writing

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