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]

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.

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