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Getting Into Philosophy with Seneca
1:01:46 - 1:13:36 (11:49)
The speaker suggests that using the term "philosophy" may turn some readers off, but that it's important to reclaim the word and show that it's the only way to figure out how to live. They recommend using analog books by creating an alternate index on the very last page, based on key ideas, rather than just keywords.
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The speaker shares a unique method of reading analog books by creating an alternate index on the very last page of each book, based on key ideas rather than keywords.
1:01:46 - 1:07:47 (06:00)
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Summary
The speaker shares a unique method of reading analog books by creating an alternate index on the very last page of each book, based on key ideas rather than keywords. This method helps in recording patterns, themes and quotes for synthesizing and writing about the book later.
ChapterGetting Into Philosophy with Seneca
Episode#626: Insights from Tara Brach, Ryan Holiday, Maria Popova, and Cal Newport
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Professor and author, Cal Newport, shares his thoughts on how to introduce philosophy to people and why using Seneca as a starting point can be helpful.
1:07:47 - 1:13:36 (05:48)
Philosophy
Summary
Professor and author, Cal Newport, shares his thoughts on how to introduce philosophy to people and why using Seneca as a starting point can be helpful.