Dr. Cal Newport: How to Enhance Focus and Improve Productivity

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In this episode, my guest is Dr. Cal Newport, Ph.D., a professor of computer science at Georgetown University and bestselling author of numerous books on focus and productivity and how to access the deepest possible layers of your cognitive abilities in order to do quality work and lead a more balanced life. We discuss how to avoid digital distraction, specific systems to best arrange and update your schedule, and how to curate your work and home environment. We discuss how to engage with smartphones and technology, the significant productivity cost of task-switching, and how to avoid and overcome burnout. This episode provides specific protocols for enhancing focus and productivity, time management, task prioritization, and improving work-life balance that ought to be useful for anyone, young or old, regardless of profession.
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Dr. Cal Newport
Website: calnewport.com
Blog: calnewport.com/blog
Deep Questions with Cal Newport: www.thedeeplife.com/listen
UKposts: / calnewportmedia
Academic profile: bit.ly/43bISws
The New Yorker: www.newyorker.com/contributor...
Journal Articles
Capturing the Naturally Occurring Superior Performance of Experts in the Laboratory: Toward a Science of Expert and Exceptional Performance: bit.ly/3PbaUTa
Other Articles & Resources
reMarkable: remarkable.com
Scrivener: bit.ly/43bIVs8
Trello: trello.com
The Father of Deliberate Practice Disowns Flow (Cal Newport Blog): bit.ly/3v7jDyU
Work Life Balance (RescueTime): bit.ly/3wYfIok
Is Email Making Professors Stupid? (Chronicle of Higher Education): bit.ly/3TvBSr9
One Reason Hybrid Work Makes Employees Miserable (The Atlantic): bit.ly/48MfZs0
Books
"Slow Productivity": amzn.to/49QzG35
"Digital Minimalism": amzn.to/48IYJ6U
"Deep Work": amzn.to/3wNR6yV
Huberman Lab Episodes Mentioned
Dr. Matthew Walker: The Science & Practice of Perfecting Your Sleep: bit.ly/48Nm33p
People Mentioned
Andres Ericsson: psychologist, researched expertise and performance: nyti.ms/48R7M5A
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi: psychology professor, coined “flow states”: bit.ly/48OQFS9
Linda Stone: tech writer, coined “continuous partial attention”: lindastone.net/about
Stephen Covey: author, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: bit.ly/48TtN3Q
David Allen: author, Getting Things Done method: gettingthingsdone.com/about
Matt Walker: neuroscience professor, researches sleep: www.sleepdiplomat.com
David Goggins: public speaker, ultramarathoner: davidgoggins.com
David Whyte: poet: davidwhyte.com
Lex Fridman: research scientist, host of Lex Fridman Podcast: lexfridman.com
Timestamps
00:00:00 Dr. Cal Newport
00:02:52 Sponsors: Helix Sleep, Maui Nui & Joovv
00:07:00 Smartphones, Office & Walking
00:13:08 Productive Meditation, Whiteboards
00:20:04 Tool: Capturing Ideas, Notebooks
00:24:57 Tool: Active Recall & Remembering Information
00:30:02 Sponsor: AG1
00:31:29 Studying, Deliberate Practice
00:38:13 Flow States vs. Deep Work
00:41:39 Social Media, Emergencies
00:45:27 Phone & Addiction; Task Switching
00:53:20 Sponsor: LMNT
00:54:23 “Neuro-Semantic Coherence” vs. Flow; Concentration
01:02:40 Internet Use & Kids; Video Games; Audiobooks
01:08:15 Pseudo-Productivity, Burnout
01:12:34 Social Media Distraction; The Deep Life
01:18:03 Attention, ADHD, Smartphones & Addiction; Kids
01:26:12 TikTok, Algorithm
01:30:39 Tool: Boredom Tolerance, Gap Effects & “Thoreau Walks”
01:37:43 Solitude Deprivation, Anxiety
01:41:22 Tools: Fixed Work Schedule & Productivity, Exercise, Sleep
01:47:52 Deep Work, Insomnia; Productivity & Core Work; Music
01:55:08 Cognitive Focus & Environment; Isolation
02:02:30 Burnout Epidemic, Digital Collaboration
02:11:11 Cognitive Revolution, Balance
02:16:45 Remote, Hybrid vs. In-Person Work; Zoom
02:22:05 Tool: Pull-Based System, Designing Workload
02:28:49 Tools: Multi-Scale Planning, Time Blocking; Deep Work Groups
02:38:56 Tool: Shutdown Ritual
02:42:37 Accessibility, Reputation & Flexibility
02:47:29 Work-Life Balance, Vacation; Productivity
02:54:47 Zero-Cost Support, Spotify & Apple Reviews, UKposts Feedback, Sponsors, Momentous, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter
#HubermanLab #Productivity
Title Card Photo Credit: Mike Blabac - www.blabacphoto.com
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КОМЕНТАРІ: 866
@HighLifeWorkout
@HighLifeWorkout 2 місяці тому
Cal Is one of my favorite authors. The book "Deep Work" was life-changing for me
@dawnfmEnthusiast
@dawnfmEnthusiast 2 місяці тому
shoutout to you bro! good to see you here king
@Chico11661
@Chico11661 2 місяці тому
BBC!!!
@Stirner219
@Stirner219 2 місяці тому
+1. Read it years ago and ever since have been deliberate at pushing for hard (valuable) work.
@austinm5297
@austinm5297 2 місяці тому
the GOAT
@emf2482
@emf2482 2 місяці тому
Yooo Keto Suave in the mf HOUSE
@ddavidpanah
@ddavidpanah 2 місяці тому
Got off social media just to find myself scrolling through UKposts shorts, it looks like there is no escape from it.
@CaseyRyan
@CaseyRyan 2 місяці тому
Delete UKposts 🤌🏼
@icslush
@icslush 2 місяці тому
UKposts IS social media
@Savualpo
@Savualpo 2 місяці тому
There is instructions to get shorts off from UKposts.
@taufeeq8269
@taufeeq8269 2 місяці тому
I can show you a way to tackle that if you have deleted all of the other ones, since UKposts is a bit necessary for some of us, i learn from design tutorials and a lot of valuable insights for my field, so it's hard, to Totally avoid youtube. Try to delete it from your phone if you can and use it on a laptop or a desktop if you have one, theres a browser extension,i am forgetting the name atm, it hides all recommendations, the main page each and everything, and now when you open yt,theres a blank slide on your screen, so you can't possibly get distracted,and you search for what you only need at that moment.
@IlyaSavchenko-nu4bk
@IlyaSavchenko-nu4bk Місяць тому
You can try disabling UKposts history. Then UKposts will not recommend you new videos, including shorts. At least that's how I dealt with doomscrolling.
@selfhelpguy5589
@selfhelpguy5589 16 днів тому
Dear Dr. Huberman, Thank you so much for inviting Dr. Newport to the podcast. I love the content of the both of you, and am lucky to have the opportunity to see two great minds like you both exchange ideas. Sincerely, Jatin Unecha
@smitty0375
@smitty0375 2 місяці тому
My worlds are colliding. I read all of Newport's books and listen to the pod. Deep Work is truly a game changer, I've bought several for people. Let's get nerdy!
@leek1002
@leek1002 2 місяці тому
Good on you giving the book to others.😊
@erikmorales17
@erikmorales17 2 місяці тому
May I ask what Newports books talk about?
@anotherjewishsharpnicholas9425
@anotherjewishsharpnicholas9425 Місяць тому
Did he have something in his life that caused him to hate social media so much?
@toddherzman126
@toddherzman126 Місяць тому
He never got onto social media in the first place.
@smitty0375
@smitty0375 Місяць тому
@@erikmorales17 I have the new one on my nightstand, haven't read yet. But "Deep Work" is the opus, it's a game changer. For early career folks I also recommend "So Good They Can't Ignore You"
@tarunjain361
@tarunjain361 2 місяці тому
As a devoted follower of your work, I find myself deeply inspired by the way you shape both my lifestyle and mindset. Your dedication to addressing diverse aspects of life and well-being is truly commendable. As a parent of two children, I would greatly appreciate it if you could collaborate with a guest and create a series focusing on parenting and child psychology.
@hubermanlab
@hubermanlab 2 місяці тому
In the works! Also see: www.hubermanlab.com/episode/dr-becky-kennedy-protocols-for-excellent-parenting-improving-relationships-of-all-kinds
@flowerpt
@flowerpt 2 місяці тому
Dropping this on the Monday after Daylight Saving Time kicks in is a Galaxy Brain move.
@keremkaloglu3254
@keremkaloglu3254 2 місяці тому
Depends on where you live😅
@nisarkhan8707
@nisarkhan8707 2 місяці тому
Well it's 6pm here so😅😅
@abbyabroad
@abbyabroad 2 місяці тому
Oh yeah! I live in Beijing so now I know that my family and friends in the US are one hour "closer" to me 😂
@RE71476AD
@RE71476AD 2 місяці тому
Another 3 weeks to wait in the UK! I believe we also change back one week before the US. Strange.
@Diego-Designs
@Diego-Designs 2 місяці тому
I hate this time change! I usually wake up around 5am, and today I woke up at almost 7am....😭
@wisabusiness
@wisabusiness 2 місяці тому
Cal Newport is an incredible teacher. I love how he switches his vocabulary based on who he's talking with. Excellent guy! 👏
@MKULTRA_Victim_
@MKULTRA_Victim_ Місяць тому
I think that’s called code switching
@stringlarson1247
@stringlarson1247 Місяць тому
AH is great at it as is Dr. Robert Lustig.
@thanos879
@thanos879 Місяць тому
Out of everything, what really sparked me from this discussion was the straightforward idea that learning is supposed to be mentally taxing and painful. I had the wrong idea. I thought if it was painful, that meant It's something that I shouldn't pursue. I thought It'd burn me out quick. And thought all the people doing that thing professionally didn't feel the same pain as me. THANKS
@camilogomeznarvaez8755
@camilogomeznarvaez8755 2 місяці тому
This episode is like a dream come true for those who follow Newport and Huberman separately. The unique instance to watch this two sharing knowledge, advice, and talking about high performance and quality for knowledge workers, just in one video! Thanks for this opportunity, I can't wait to see the next interviews of world changing content.
@Lady-in-Red
@Lady-in-Red Місяць тому
I was having problems with energy during the day and staying asleep at night. When I met with a doctor (MD), one thing they told me to do was to stop going online 2-3 hours before going to sleep. I failed so miserably the first, because I literally didn't have anything else to replace the internet, but after borrowing books from friends, reading (and sometimes cooking and cleaning) became my new evening ritual. It's so peaceful at night now, and I do sleep much better.
@damian6235
@damian6235 Місяць тому
I love Dr. Andrew's humility, never stops learning - regardless of the great things he does.
@weatherep0rt
@weatherep0rt 2 місяці тому
The collab of the century, the two goats!
@inlakech369
@inlakech369 2 місяці тому
I replaced binge watching series with long walks/hikes while listening to educational podcasts like yours (and Tim's F., Lex's F. etc.) . I still have all the apps on my phone...to make it extra challenging in using them less. Gratitude for this episode
@Dondillilochevrolet
@Dondillilochevrolet 2 місяці тому
Productivity can also be a drug. Be careful.
@julius.2003
@julius.2003 2 місяці тому
Even if it’s a drug, it’s still 10x better than social media. Same way with work. I’d rather be addicted to work and productivity than to social media ;)
@MISSMOB
@MISSMOB Місяць тому
Good on you 👍
@roryconrad9094
@roryconrad9094 Місяць тому
who is Tm F?
@camilgamez77
@camilgamez77 Місяць тому
@@roryconrad9094tim ferriss maybe
@ghost..-659
@ghost..-659 2 місяці тому
00:02 Dr. Cal Newport shares practical steps for enhancing focus and productivity. 02:11 Various tools to enhance focus and productivity 06:00 Red and near infrared lights have various health benefits 08:09 Managing phone distractions and text messaging habits 12:03 Stimulating creativity through physical activity and quiet environments 13:58 Utilizing productive meditation for enhancing focus 17:39 Whiteboards are essential for high-level theoretical work. 19:15 Using Whiteboard for Distillation and Focus 22:34 Utilize specialized capture methods for specific types of work 24:26 Streamline workflow by eliminating unnecessary steps 27:47 Developing strategies for studying and writing improved my academic performance. 29:29 Active recall is a powerful tool for learning 32:47 Developing a mental map helps in mastering neuroanatomy. 34:17 Deliberate practice requires stepping out of your comfort zone 37:46 Discomfort triggers plasticity and learning. 39:29 Focusing without distraction is important to isolate relevant neural circuitry for intense concentration. 42:51 Fear of missing something bad can lead to unnecessary anxiety. 44:23 Social media and phone usage can have a significant impact on people's emotions and well-being. 47:42 Unrestricted internet usage should be approached more carefully, possibly starting post-pubescence. 49:10 Reducing impact of distractions in life leads to enhanced focus and productivity. 52:25 Frequent task switching reduces cognitive output 54:00 Context and task switching impact brain's efficiency 57:20 Deep work requires internal concentration and coherence 58:53 The brain works in cognition frames with related ideas changing according to memory and plans. 1:02:03 Teach how to use the mind to produce innovative cognitive artifacts 1:03:42 Unrestricted internet use pre-puberty is risky. 1:07:03 Preference for fiction over non-fiction audiobooks 1:08:48 Transition from agriculture & industry to knowledge work productivity 1:12:11 Limiting social media can enhance focus and productivity 1:14:01 Living in misalignment with what you care about creates a void. 1:17:05 Building a meaningful life is essential in a distractive world 1:18:50 Neuroplasticity can lead to attention issues due to task switching 1:22:20 Prescription drugs and neuroplasticity to enhance focus 1:24:09 Varied content durations enhance learning experience 1:27:37 Tik Tok's optimization for dwell time through its unique algorithm 1:29:18 Tik Tok disrupted the social media landscape with algorithm-based curation. 1:32:45 Building tolerance for boredom enhances productivity 1:34:24 Pausing during tasks enhances neuroplasticity for accelerated learning 1:37:39 Naming concepts enhances understanding and importance 1:39:21 Limit screen time to avoid brain exhaustion 1:42:35 Implement a fixed schedule productivity to control work hours and drive innovation. 1:44:02 Physical exercise and cognitive function are linked for mental sharpness. 1:47:22 Prioritize deep work for 60-90 minutes daily 1:49:07 Focus on long-term goals and deep work for productivity 1:52:29 Focus on what really matters for enhanced productivity 1:53:58 Balance productivity habits for focus 1:57:16 Treat cognitive work like professional athletes treat their game 1:59:00 Importance of understanding and maximizing brain potential 2:02:06 Caring about your brain gives you options 2:03:56 Overload of administrative tasks leads to less time for actual work 2:07:12 Reliance on ad hoc messaging leads to inefficiencies in collaboration. 2:08:45 Transitioning from email to a more efficient system is challenging in organizational settings. 2:12:00 Enhancing productivity through cognitive and cultural shifts 2:13:37 Work smarter, not harder 2:16:53 Synchronize the schedule for hybrid work to maximize benefits 2:18:29 Focus on working on fewer things to enhance collaboration and productivity. 2:21:45 Implement a pull system for workload management 2:23:39 Limit active work to three tasks for higher productivity 2:26:45 Use Trello for organizing tasks efficiently 2:28:17 Implement Cal Newport's pull-based system 2:31:21 Multiscale planning and consistent routine for productivity. 2:32:57 Utilize time blocking for improved focus and productivity 2:36:10 Using a paper-based time block planner for focused work 2:37:42 Group work enhances focus and productivity. 2:40:48 Implement cognitive behavioral therapy to improve focus and productivity 2:42:29 Structured time management builds a reputation of reliability and trustworthiness. 2:45:35 Focus on research quality for tenure success 2:47:00 Focusing on high-quality work over small tasks 2:50:07 Maintain deep focus even during vacations. 2:51:43 Dr. Cal Newport emphasizes the importance of implementing productivity tools in various aspects of life. 2:55:17 Supplements can benefit sleep, focus, and hormone support
@anandsaurabh8503
@anandsaurabh8503 2 місяці тому
Service to others is noble pursuit. Thank you, for taking time and summarising here. @huberman - please see , ai should be able to create timed summary like this for takeaways ( rather than just index) and should be shared by default for more wider impact.
@carnarte
@carnarte Місяць тому
Thanks friend
@melissas3892
@melissas3892 Місяць тому
You are appreciated!!!
@monicaguimaraes7779
@monicaguimaraes7779 Місяць тому
Thank you very much.👍🏻🇧🇷😊
@JerryTheAsian
@JerryTheAsian Місяць тому
legend
@amycardenas1819
@amycardenas1819 2 місяці тому
Neverrrrrrrr would of thought he’s have Cal Newport on here! I discovered him through a Tedtalk 2 years ago on quitting social media! Inspired me sooo much! Thank you Huberman for having him on! Never been excited about an episode as much as this one! ❤🎉
@ZekeFilms
@ZekeFilms 2 місяці тому
Damn you were ahead of the curve.
@nutritionalketokitchen
@nutritionalketokitchen 2 місяці тому
Great discussion. I'm 48. Realized social media was a trap as a very young mom. It was tough with my youngest. My children are now 19-30 and I made limits on all distraction. No fighting games. No hate words. No social media until 16. Today they're joyful creative driven and succeeding and rarely ever use social media. They get caught in the tick tok trap because their friends share. I'm worried for parents with 1 year Olds holding a tablet.
@christoskettenis880
@christoskettenis880 Місяць тому
Active recall and teaching the material without looking at your notes is something that assisted me to re-learn some of the topics I teach at the university. Math-heavy modules are quite easy, since part of being an Engineer is to be very "fluent" in Maths and being able to solve trivial problems live without preparation for the day's lecture is an important part of the job. But becoming so versatile, one must have under his belt many, MANY hours of purely solving problems and mastering the techniques.
@patfov
@patfov 2 місяці тому
I read Cal's books and followed his advice to disconnect from social media. I never went back to it.
@engineeringmadeasy
@engineeringmadeasy 2 місяці тому
Same
@harvestrootsferments4503
@harvestrootsferments4503 Місяць тому
Two years sober
@Brandon-hh6jy
@Brandon-hh6jy Місяць тому
Yet here you are, on social media
@tahabashir9405
@tahabashir9405 Місяць тому
Lol youre here. Ok well stay off facebook and insta atleast. Use youtube wisely.
@FreakyStyleytobby
@FreakyStyleytobby Місяць тому
@@Brandon-hh6jy Nope, YT is a different story than fb and insta. You dont compare yourself to others, dont get likes. And once you install "unhook" extension you don't even see shorts. So you just browse only these channels that you're interested in
@sambadi782
@sambadi782 2 місяці тому
Andrew, an episode on brain damage from you would mean a lot. How they affect certain people, athletes etc. A topic often not talked about. And one that needs more awareness. Thanks for everything you’re doing.
@briannagravely9349
@briannagravely9349 2 місяці тому
I'd like that too, since he often has a very empathic approach to things. One of my biggest fears growing up was the Phineas Gage story. 😬
@nizzo_0742
@nizzo_0742 Місяць тому
Never thought about that before. But now that I know I want an episode about that too, Ty for the topic :)
@HASSTYLEPROGRESS
@HASSTYLEPROGRESS Місяць тому
Brain damage and ways to help those with intellectual disability
@axaram4541
@axaram4541 Місяць тому
A lot of autoagressive behaviour addresses the Forehead and after the things you shared about the frontal lope and fractured identities/personality it seems there is a lot to unpack there…
@leonormiguel1
@leonormiguel1 Місяць тому
Dear Andy/Andrew, I extend my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering dedication to the realm of science and its profound impact on our lives. Your dissemination of knowledge has profoundly influenced my routines, habits, and, ultimately, my persona, altering the way I engage with the world. Over the past two to three years, immersing myself in your podcast has cultivated a sense of camaraderie, akin to conversing with a trusted friend. Notably, the series featuring Paul Conti resonated deeply with me, particularly his incorporation of concepts like gratitude within the scientific discourse-truly refreshing. If I may, I would like to propose two suggestions. Firstly, inviting Gabor Maté, the author of "The Myth of Normal," would be invaluable. Moreover, facilitating a discussion between you, Paul Conti, and Gabor Maté promises a wealth of knowledge and insights. With profound appreciation, Leo
@dianestrong4086
@dianestrong4086 Місяць тому
I appreciate these podcasts of Dr. Andrew Huberman. I respect him and appreciate what he is providing. Dr. Paul Conti verbalizes what my life knows, Trauma changes the brain. I agree that Dr. Gabor Mate would be a great guest. Dr. Gabor Mate has validated my intellectual and clinical life responses. The negligence of the American Medical Association has been verified as I have noticed for the last 8 years. To hear the honest integrity of these professionals is validating for my life.
@BeefyPreacher
@BeefyPreacher 18 днів тому
Relax
@BiologicalDataScientist
@BiologicalDataScientist 17 днів тому
Great episode! I really enjoyed Cal's comments about how we commonly see our brain/mind as just "being us" and don't necessary recognise it as just another organ that can actually be trained and strengthened to support us in our goals - just as we can train our bodies through exercise!
@abbyabroad
@abbyabroad 2 місяці тому
Never clicked (well tapped) so fast. Adore Newport's work and Digital Minimalism changed my relationship to social media forever in a great way. Used a variety of excerpts from his work in my AP English class.
@Igor-Manyakhin
@Igor-Manyakhin 2 місяці тому
Social media is just a tool. One needs to learn how to use it. That's all to it.
@MVRUNOV
@MVRUNOV 2 місяці тому
Dr Huberman thank you for the knowledge,time,energy you give out, free ! May God bless your family and yourself ! From Tahiti, with love.
@wearvalues
@wearvalues 2 місяці тому
Amen.
@dianestrong4086
@dianestrong4086 Місяць тому
Give freely is the God sent for me.
@T-Woman
@T-Woman 2 місяці тому
I was recently diagnosed with ADHD and am implementing additional strategies to reduce distractions, improve focus, and optimize working memory. The timing of this episode is perfect.
@10ocmer10
@10ocmer10 2 місяці тому
Try Taurine supplement, pure powder. Fixed my ADHD
@T-Woman
@T-Woman 2 місяці тому
​@10ocmer10 I'll look into it. Thanks for the suggestion!
@likosta
@likosta Місяць тому
I have no ADHD, but I do struggle to keep focusing while I'm studying with my laptop. Internet is the sea of distractions. I have been keeping my cellphone very AWAY from me and using an extension called "web the fuck" to prevent me from looking at websites I shouldn't been looking at while I have to get work done. I use/love Firefox browser and I'm grateful to find such an extension there! I also use extensions to block ads.
@DavidKFZ
@DavidKFZ Місяць тому
@@10ocmer10 How many mg do you take daily? And, before you're doing a study/work session I take?
@at2239
@at2239 Місяць тому
@@10ocmer10do you also take medication?
@markoercegovac9301
@markoercegovac9301 Місяць тому
Andrew Huberman x Wim Hof would be a great episode
@TheMrNono
@TheMrNono 2 місяці тому
What Dr. Cal says about limiting the use of devices until after puberty really hits hard for me. I just turned 20 this month and feel as if my phone is an extension of myself. Something needs to change.
@engineeringmadeasy
@engineeringmadeasy 2 місяці тому
Wooooooooooooooooo I cannot FREEKKKKIN Believe it. One of my THEEE MOST favourite people together. Let's gooo. I'm watch it all today. Thanks Andrew for bringing Cal on this Show. This world needs people like Cal.
@susworld129
@susworld129 2 місяці тому
Cal, I used to and still do sometimes the slow deep breathing to go to sleep easily. Also, when I first moved out here, I would thank God for everything I have, each and every thing and that would help, too, we all have a lot to be thankful for, like you and Dr. Huberman. Thank you, guys for all the intelligent normal conversations we all can easily learn from. Please stay safe and well.
@taufeeq8269
@taufeeq8269 2 місяці тому
These gentlemen are the gems of our generation, they deserve the utmost respect and honour.
@Faye-el1bz
@Faye-el1bz Місяць тому
Intention is everything isn't it ? I concur Grateful for the positive work
@MFBergmann
@MFBergmann 2 місяці тому
I never comment on UKposts, but this deemed an exception. After only discovering the Huberman Lab podcast a few months ago, I've been going through and listening to so much, and I've been loving it. I read Deep Work when it came out, and tried my best to implement some of the protocols. Like others have said, when I saw this episode appear in my feed this morning, I was immediately excited. And I was not disappointed. This is an incredible conversation, full of eureka moments for me. I deeply resonated with the idea that my Adult ADHD diagnosis may have developed more from adapting to extreme task switching than anything else. I'm looking forward to relistening to this episode multiple times with a notebook on hand: there are so many gems. Another huge aspect is that you are both professors and can speak to the academic experience. I'm now a tenured professor (as of this year) and finally I feel like I can set work boundaries and focus on actually doing research. Unfortunately my university doesn't have the same approach to keeping pre-tenure colleagues off of service and admin. Thank you for your amazing work Dr. Huberman!
@newday2637
@newday2637 Місяць тому
One of my favorite interviews. I listen to your videos regularly. The ability to be able to focus ,without all the distractions of life is essential. Thank you for all hard work
@max8141
@max8141 2 місяці тому
Wow, Cal Newport? I’m definitely watching this one. I haven’t even watched the video yet, and I’m absolutely positive this will be a top five all time. Cal is the man
@julesxish
@julesxish Місяць тому
Long time Cal follower, excited to see him for 3 hours! Deep Work started my Cal deep dive.
@melodym5993
@melodym5993 Місяць тому
These two men are absolutely brilliant. I could listen to them every day. They discuss things I've wondered about my whole life. Thank you, gentlemen, you are so appreciated. ❤
@user-gy1pl3mj5r
@user-gy1pl3mj5r Місяць тому
Hi Dr. Cal, Last year I read your book (deep work) its actually change my life either in work and in my study. It was the most beautiful days gone during i read deep work, but suddenly my life changed to worst. I failured in my life and today I suffer from severe depression. I can't control my life and I fighting my emotions everyday to prevent myself to suicide.I hope my life return as it was when I read your book. Hussein Iraq❤
@cracklingsoda
@cracklingsoda Місяць тому
God bless u. Love and positivity from India.
@user-gy1pl3mj5r
@user-gy1pl3mj5r Місяць тому
​@@cracklingsoda Thanks, I love India culture very much. I visited New Delhi in 2020 and it was very beautiful city in addition the people was so kind❤
@cracklingsoda
@cracklingsoda Місяць тому
Wow! So cool u've been here. Someday I wanna visit yours as well.
@SpidermanInLondon
@SpidermanInLondon Місяць тому
Hi Hussein, thanks for sharing! Lots of men have publicly failed & been humiliated recently (including myself & Dr Huberman). It’s part of life’s challenge! You can rebuild a new life for yourself. One that is even wiser than before. Just keep doing your best no matter what happens. Love from 🇬🇧 , Mark
@marycoppin9040
@marycoppin9040 Місяць тому
I wish you well, I greatly suggest through EMDRia you find a certified EMDR therapist-you could be absolutely stunned by how quickly it can ease incredible suffering. I know an EMDR therapist who interned at the VA & treated extremely suicidal people. I've used it for grief & just getting over events, but I have a friend who finds it very helpful and he's been depressed his entire life. Best of Blessings to you.🙏🙌
@mauimarianne
@mauimarianne Місяць тому
Making my way back from COMPLEX PTSD, this info is so invaluable! It’s like physical therapy for the brain! So grateful to Andrew and Cal!!!
@jonnysusi9783
@jonnysusi9783 2 місяці тому
Been waiting for this so long I actually made grunts of satisfaction when I saw the title. You just know this is going to be an absolute gold mine.
@GoalGuys
@GoalGuys 2 місяці тому
Love Cal and his work! Stoked to be able hear you guys chat.
@haadyabdul1683
@haadyabdul1683 2 місяці тому
OMG I finished reading Cal’s books about College the past month and currently in the middle of reading Deep Work and have found myself to become a huge admirer of his work. This podcast is the perfect collab for me!
@haadyabdul1683
@haadyabdul1683 Місяць тому
And now he also has one Mark Manson, thats just great
@user-ul4bv2jg9z
@user-ul4bv2jg9z Місяць тому
Really great podcast. Listened to it with my 12 & 14 year old sons who are keen to read his books. Was so happy to hear what he’d learned around smart phones, social media and gaming as I’m one of those unpopular parents who hasn’t given their kids a phone but having the boys hear someone else talk to the research helped them understand I’m not just being a turd mum. Great listen. Thx so much 🙏🏼
@MKULTRA_Victim_
@MKULTRA_Victim_ Місяць тому
Wow your kids are so lucky, they just don’t know it yet! They’ll be thanking you when they get older!
@harvestrootsferments4503
@harvestrootsferments4503 Місяць тому
Cal Newport is amazing!!!! His work changed my life.
@michaelrbirch
@michaelrbirch Місяць тому
This is one of the best talks I've ever heard on this subject. With someone with ADD who has been on and off again medication with a demanding job and a newborn baby, these insights are invaluable.
@vanessaburdine4865
@vanessaburdine4865 2 місяці тому
Per the discussion about learning by recalling what you read. I homeschool my kids from Charlotte Mason’s philosophy, and we read a ton of “living books” together and the kids narrate, or “tell back” what they heard. We don’t use worksheets except for math (even that I have been more discerning about). It’s so intuitive to me now because I’ve watched my kids absolutely flourish in terms of ideas and connections. Highly recommend 👍🏻
@francisnoel2124
@francisnoel2124 2 місяці тому
Seriously just what the doctor ordered! I needed some more insight on how I can prepare myself to study better and whoop there it is! Thanks again Andrew you’re the man!
@julianosanm
@julianosanm Місяць тому
I think the line here is, when you're learning you can't flow. The brain is going through a lot of "pain" during the learning phase, your brain can't activate auto mode. But once you learn, it's time to perform, and then it's when you can really flow. But then in a state of flow, you basically stop learning. You're just performing what you already know.
@anthonyleeisamazing
@anthonyleeisamazing 2 місяці тому
Wow, thank you for doing this! The 2 human beings that have impacted my life so much in one podcast episode. I'm so blessed. Thank you Dr Andrew Huberman!
@LuisEscobarlivebetter
@LuisEscobarlivebetter Місяць тому
This was a great conversation! The biggest impact for me, it was Dr. Newport daily schedule and how he organizes his work schedule, it’s going to be a game changer for me, I sometimes feel guilt because I’m not being productive and always thinking I need to get things done
@geneg3776
@geneg3776 13 днів тому
Love how Andrew asks Cal to clarify what the top 3 on the top of cue list means as I also started thinking about exercise, food etc. Great clarification 2:24:51. That's one thing out of many things that Andrew does; he asks for specifics as sometimes guests may be vague. Thankyou.
@jeankrikri5172
@jeankrikri5172 Місяць тому
I would like to hear protocols on how to properly wait for important information. For example: 1. Expecting / Waiting for the release of important university exam results that could be posted online at any time (within a period of several days). 2. Expecting / Waiting for an acceptance or rejection from your dream university that could drop into your inbox at any moment. 3. Your partner says she wants to talk to you and will try to message you again later. 4. You are expecting a call from your doctor with the test results. 5. Or maybe it's something as mundane as you're expecting a package from Amazon and the mailman could come at any moment. If I expect something important to happen at any moment, I find it much harder to concentrate. For example, in (1), I check the current status way too often.
@DeidaraC5
@DeidaraC5 2 місяці тому
As a software dev, this was probably by far the best episode of the podcast. A lot to learn and also so much to change in how we do things at work. And outside of work too...
@aset8750
@aset8750 2 місяці тому
Holy moly this is actually huge. I've read his book called "Deep Work" and found it really valuable. Thanks for your work Dr. Huberman!
@aprilblossoms4
@aprilblossoms4 2 місяці тому
Thank you bringing Dr. Newport on this episode, Dr.Huberman! I love his work and am a big fan of everything you do here on the podcast.
@dnwanja
@dnwanja Місяць тому
What an excellent podcast. Cal is the Best Best.I know I appreciate his work deeply!
@aliciasnyder539
@aliciasnyder539 Місяць тому
This is an amazing interview! I posted a question on Ask Me Anything March 3 about time management. Then this interview happened which addressed my question and more. Then a clip of Adam Grant was posted from his interview 3 months ago addressing time management. Thank you for this interview. It is very validating to hear Dr. Newport talk about the way the system is built in such a way to perpetuate burnout and make people less efficient. Excellent information here--great recommendations about how to manage time and tasks. Thank you!
@tessallations378
@tessallations378 Місяць тому
Cal is spot on with the burnout regarding overhead vs actual work. I am currently leaving a job that is very comfortable but could become very frustrating with the amount of meetings (around 5 per day) along with needing to be constantly alert to Slack and email. It made it feel like real work couldn't be done unless early in the morning or late at night - I am leaving feeling like I didn't provide much value (which I believe is on me, but some of the work culture definitely didn't help). It's very nice to see you both nerd about this topic of deep work and studying! Having watched both of you for awhile it's nice to see the collaboration! 💕
@Sport_Sante
@Sport_Sante 2 місяці тому
I wanted this episode so bad Thank you so much 🙏
@jakeweber4763
@jakeweber4763 2 місяці тому
Love Cal Newport! His work helped me excel in College and really set me up moving into my career.
@MelFlagg
@MelFlagg 2 місяці тому
I love Cal Newport. His books are awesome. But I have to admit, I have tried to watch several podcasts with him and haven't been able to get through them. But this one, I was glued to. Huberman is an amazing interviewer, this was fascinating.
@Aphletic
@Aphletic 2 місяці тому
I’ve spent a good deal of time listening to you both the last few years. Looking forward to this one.
@user-zy8it9bf7f
@user-zy8it9bf7f Місяць тому
It was a great content and thank you for it. It would be lovely to see an episode on the following topics: 1- “How to think properly” since there are people who do not know the process of thinking and get agitated or even just memorizing and recalling things , 2- “Psychology of friendship and how to build close friendships in adulthood and the challenges of it” 3- Your workout routine (let’s say effective workout routine). I hope you read this comment and thanks for the great content you provided
@trep1dation
@trep1dation 2 місяці тому
Been following Dr. Cal's work for years, i'm so glad you got him in.
@user-px4sx6ws1d
@user-px4sx6ws1d Місяць тому
Im stoked you had Cal Newport on the podcast. I loved his book Deep Work. What Cal called the “Pull-Based Method” is more widely recognized as the Personal Kanban. Personal Kanban has two essential rules: make your task list visual and limit your work in progress (also known as WIP). I’ve used this method for many years and encourage my team to do the same. I want to add that many knowledge workers cannot ask their teams or managers or VPs to “not email them” and I also want to challenge the request that someone else who wants to add to your list should be keeping track of other people’s backlog of items. Instead, teams can use a Team Kanban. It was great to hear this recommendation and I encourage you and others to do a bit more research to learn more before implementing.
@fodilamra
@fodilamra 2 місяці тому
For everything you do, thank you.🙏 I am very excited to listen to this episode.
@nicolasantoniosotoaraya6787
@nicolasantoniosotoaraya6787 Місяць тому
Cal Newport Really showed me how productivity works in life. How to go through long periods of hours trying to not get distracted and managing all of those little surrounding details that might draw our attention into something undesired. Thanks Doctor! Today I teach English online and thanks to that methodology I feel more confident as never before because I feel that I create and produce things of value which people is, indeed, willing to pay for. Nothing but my total gratitude to Dr. Cal Newport ❤✍🏼
@taylorjanegreen1
@taylorjanegreen1 25 днів тому
Dr. Huberman… Your work is so wonderful… that they come after you with lame character assassination bull fuzz because you are empowering human beings … POWERFULLY. Keep up the great work! The goodness in both you and Cal shines through. Thanks for this interview.
@ivanaamidzic
@ivanaamidzic 2 місяці тому
Thank you so much for having Cal Newport. I really enjoyed his book Deep Work, read it numerous times and own a copy I often go back to. So helpful. Very looking forward to reading Slow Productivity, too.❤ 📃📚 I also walk a lot (as much as I can given that I live in a pedestrian non-friendly city) to problem solve, think things through and sort out my own emotions and regulate my nervous system. Sometimes I feel like daily walks are the one thing that maintains my sanity, especially after hours and hours of sitting in the office staring at bunch of screens. Also have zero social media, I never had most of them, but did have LinkedIn and Facebook and got rid of both. Only have GoodReads now, not to interact with others but to organize and keep track of my own reading.
@codey786
@codey786 19 днів тому
Been following this podcast for a few years now and it has drastically brought changes in me. Fun fact, I also was forced into hearing these initially by my friends. Could thank them more now.
@user-en8jp7ob2t
@user-en8jp7ob2t Місяць тому
I got so much practical advice from this episode that I can immediately start putting into my daily work life. This was so applicable to people like myself in a corporate workspace that leave at the end of each workday feeling like they got nothing of substance accomplished. Can't wait to dive into Cal Newport's books!
@kaveendayananda8063
@kaveendayananda8063 2 місяці тому
This episode is gonna be "One of the greatest collaborations" ever.
@LorenzoBertotti
@LorenzoBertotti 2 місяці тому
A podcast about the benefits of music and learning how to play an instrument would be dope
@kahyui2486
@kahyui2486 Місяць тому
He did one. Type in music Huberman. You'll find it
@user-ph6qj5em8p
@user-ph6qj5em8p 2 місяці тому
I’m really impressed to read Dr Newport’s books.His books very popular in Japan.
@mamaahu
@mamaahu Місяць тому
I have been using a pomodoro app with binaural beats for focusing for the last few days. Today I was aware of an image of creating a new clear neural pathway that was above a sort of tangled mess of what looked like mycelia. I could sense the struggle to find a clear path that was in my old distracted process. This was an energetic awareness with a metaphorical image. (Not saying this is what actually happens, although I'll bet it is something similar.) My brain felt relaxed and calm while deeply focused. There's such promise in our potential and I am so grateful for the wisdom here!
@shelleydiamond6468
@shelleydiamond6468 2 місяці тому
Going to use the Pull up Plan in a 1/2 hour, working w a student on executive function skills - how serendipitous !! Thank you !
@purplekittyfreak
@purplekittyfreak 2 місяці тому
Thank you so very much for sharing your vast knowledge on so many different topics. I truly enjoy learning about things you share with the world. You and Lex are both gentlemen and scholars. Keep up the great work! It is truly appreciated.
@yangchen7982
@yangchen7982 2 місяці тому
I really needed this. I’ve been spending every day trying to convince myself I can be productive while scrolling UKposts. It’s crazy the stupid shit you can talk yourself into. Thanks for this one 👍💙
@jadejemma3084
@jadejemma3084 Місяць тому
Love seeing Andrew take notes at the end! So cute! Great interview 🙂
@loribell8305
@loribell8305 Місяць тому
Cal mentions the reMarkable paper tablet at 20:36. I purchased one a little over a year ago, and I LOVE IT! It is the only piece of technology that has accomodated my inclination to take notes and physically write with a pen/pencil (including notes from Hubermanlab Podcasts! 😉). Now I have all of my "paper notebooks" in one slim device with cloud back-up, and can easily switch from one "notebook" to another seamlessly as the ideas present themselves - whether it's task planning/tracking for work, drawing plans for some project, or keeping track of a shopping list, all of those things are now in one, easily accessible device with great battery power! All the "thumbs up" I can give it...and I haven't even begun to use all of its capabilities!
@user-wz1ir9xu9i
@user-wz1ir9xu9i Місяць тому
At the end when you guys talked about the shut down at the end of work it made me think you should study what other good dog trainers are already doing in setting up clarity in communication and mindset for dogs. I am a dog trainer in Australia and have learned from the greats like Michael Ellis, Pat Stuart, Jay Jack etc and Jay Jack in particular created the idea of a “window theory”. This is when cues or more importantly verbal signals “open” the window for what will happen, how the dog should expect to behave, what arousal level we want the dog at, etc. The windows are play, chill, find your own fun, and work (obedience). So in this case for Dr Newport‘s shut down routine, it is essentially training your brain to move from the work window to another one. So many themes resonate from what I have learned from other dog trainers and brought into my own life! This was particularly relevant as the window theory has been amazing for my three dogs and others I train.
@yvessigner
@yvessigner Місяць тому
One of the most important in the series. Really grateful for your work, life changing !
@breegrip
@breegrip 29 днів тому
I love watching two hella smart people converse 🤝🏼 sm knowledge literally at the table
@user-ii6ge4nr6e
@user-ii6ge4nr6e Місяць тому
Dr. H - I'm 63 and I'm just amazed at the work you're doing to fuse the Woo hippy ideas of the 60s/70s to the science of the brain/body. This episode on deep learning is case in point. One of the ideas of the 60s was not doing, IOW actively not engaging in distracting activities, thoughts and actions. It was everywhere in different writings of the time but probably captured best by Carlos Casteneda as a means to find alternate realities in his fictional writings about Yacqui sorcery. This concept came to mind when you were discussing the two word label that for embracing boredom. Btw - ordered Deep Work for my team and will be on the waitlist for your forthcoming book.
@amyv.991
@amyv.991 2 місяці тому
Old school here. Paper notebooks! TY Andrew for having such amazing content. In the process of reading Deep Work now.
@WeRunGoogleAds
@WeRunGoogleAds 19 днів тому
Deep Work has really impacted my operations. Feel the need to go over it again
@premmore7096
@premmore7096 Місяць тому
A episode on cognitive flexibility and making your own mental switch will be great
@jennielillard6322
@jennielillard6322 Місяць тому
I know it was only touched on regarding children’s education briefly, but the “Active Recall/remembering information” tool mentioned is what we use in our homeschool pedagogy from Charlotte Mason: “As knowledge is not assimilated until it is reproduced, children should ‘tell back’ after a single reading or hearing: or should write on some part of what they have read.” A Philosophy of Education, p. xxx It is one of her 20 principles. Good stuff, thank you 🙏
@mariamkone9252
@mariamkone9252 2 місяці тому
So many great actionable advice here. As a career consultant a lot of them resonate very well, one of the most important being to assign blocks of time to tasks, that is one of the best ways to get things done. Very happy to discover Cal, and apply more productivity hacks. I perceived (maybe wrongly) an usually low level of energy from Huberman at some points on this one though. I hope everything is ok and you look after yourself because the world needs you to continuing doing what you do ☺
@MK-pi6fs
@MK-pi6fs 2 місяці тому
Two of my favorite creators- what a treat 😊 Would love to see Dr. Amen on the show sometime
@Lightlena
@Lightlena Місяць тому
One of my heros 😊😊😊 Cal Newport. I can’t believe he’s finally here.
@user-rb9dt5en6b
@user-rb9dt5en6b 16 днів тому
wow what a great podcast on deep work & productivity.. thanks for bringing cal newport on board...
@DmitriySosedov
@DmitriySosedov Місяць тому
Dr. Cal Newport is a just a machine of productivity! Great guest!
@SpizzzYT
@SpizzzYT 2 місяці тому
just finished his book deep work about a month ago. by far one of the most helpful books i’ve read, on a valuable topic as well.
@4kryptik4
@4kryptik4 Місяць тому
This conversation is incredibly helpful🙏 thank you for all of the concise timestamps as well, they help a lot with so much information
@ernestkhalimov9872
@ernestkhalimov9872 Місяць тому
Amazing point there in the social media distraction chapter. Most people try to quit bad habits but they never really do because they have nothing to fill that void with that have become more apparent now that they've quit, so they come back to doing that bad habit once again.
@erkind9687
@erkind9687 2 місяці тому
I think of deep work as a precursor to achieving a flow state. If you jump into something challenging and haven't prepared, you end up anxious. Also, if you haven't prepared, and the challenge is well below your skill-set, you end up bored. Somewhere in between those two is "Flow". When we think of how this relates to focus and deep work, I think deep work is the precursor required to achieve the higher level skills. If you aren't able to improve your skills, you're limiting your ability to be in flow because everything you do will either be too hard, or too boring.
@Rakshika1
@Rakshika1 29 днів тому
I truly am so grateful for Cal Newport, he helped me turn my life around and get my career started!
@Othimbo
@Othimbo Місяць тому
I'm pleased to hear about Dr. Cal Newport's downranking flow. The way flow is explained is always a bit too intangible to me.
@PhoebeTarzan80
@PhoebeTarzan80 2 місяці тому
This was incredibly helpful. I have been struggling with focus, memory and learning for quite some time, and I go back and forth between berating myself for being stupid and blaming my shortcomings on depression and ADHD. This conversation held my attention (not an easy feat), and along with watching videos of Goggins, I’m finding it increasingly (and somewhat pleasantly) difficult to make excuses for not taking the health and abilities of my brain and body more seriously. Thank you so much for continuing to put out such stellar content, and thank you both for the gifts of your knowledge, insights and time.
@jjuniper274
@jjuniper274 2 місяці тому
My first class as an undergrad was called Improving Reading and Study Skills. It was the best starting point.
@zest4organic
@zest4organic Місяць тому
2 or 3 times a day looking at your phone? 😂 That's a lot - I leave mine somewhere in the house and sometimes forget to look at it for 2-3 days..….I am still alive with lots of friends!
@kam8837
@kam8837 2 місяці тому
Dr. Huberman, thank you for such precious knowledge. Please try to make an episode on bad breath/halitosis. Thank you in advance ❤️
@rachelleensor3147
@rachelleensor3147 Місяць тому
I love the questions you ask, Dr Huberman!
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