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    #202: Slow Productivity

    April 23rd, 2024 · 76 minutes

    David & Mike consider Cal Newport's philosophy on organizing knowledge work in a sustainable and meaningful manner.

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    Links and Show Notes

    Slow Productivity by Cal Newport
    Mike's Notes for Slow Productivity by Cal Newport
    How to Calm Your Mind by Chris Bailey
    Productivity Field Guide (Plus Edition)
    Daily Rituals by Mason Currey
    The Extended Mind by Annie Murphy Paul
    Focused #146: The Extended Mind, with Annie Murphy Paul
    The 12 Week Year by Brian Moran and Michael Lennington
    David's Newsletter
    Focused #155: 12 Favorite Problems
    Liminal Thinking by Dave Gray
    Avoiding Email: Do the Hard Stuff Instead | MacSparky
    Ep. 284: Feel-Good Productivity (w/ Ali Abdaal) | The Deep Life by Cal Newport
    Feel-Good Productivity by Ali Abdaal
    Ghost Town Living by Brent Underwood
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