I'm listening to the tail end of a Podcast episode of Deep Work with the guest Oliver Burkeman. His latest book called "Meditations for Mortals" sounds like a book I really should get my hands on. The conversation between Oliver and Cal hit home with me today for several reasons.
First of all, Cal become a bit more "human" to me, in describing how he sometimes isn't a perfect with his system. In fact, it sounded like there are days during the summer when he ditches it completely. This was refreshing even though it is something that seems obvious on afterthought.
Secondly, it was great to hear from Oliver for the first time. His book 4000 weeks is one I have heard of many times over the years. Getting to hear Olivers thoughts on different matters made me realize how much I would love to hear more from him. The fact that there are several books from him that I can devour is a pleasant surprise.
While listening to their conversations and hearing them disagree on a few points made me bold enough to let my own thoughts become more personal and nuanced regarding some of the subject areas. I didn't always agree with their assessment, or even believe they might not have the whole picture, which I think is a healthy way of processing ideas.
I have been meaning to write in to the show regarding personal productivity and deep work through the eyes of ADHD. This conversation gave me some more food for thought.
- Trolz
First of all, Cal become a bit more "human" to me, in describing how he sometimes isn't a perfect with his system. In fact, it sounded like there are days during the summer when he ditches it completely. This was refreshing even though it is something that seems obvious on afterthought.
Secondly, it was great to hear from Oliver for the first time. His book 4000 weeks is one I have heard of many times over the years. Getting to hear Olivers thoughts on different matters made me realize how much I would love to hear more from him. The fact that there are several books from him that I can devour is a pleasant surprise.
While listening to their conversations and hearing them disagree on a few points made me bold enough to let my own thoughts become more personal and nuanced regarding some of the subject areas. I didn't always agree with their assessment, or even believe they might not have the whole picture, which I think is a healthy way of processing ideas.
I have been meaning to write in to the show regarding personal productivity and deep work through the eyes of ADHD. This conversation gave me some more food for thought.
- Trolz