Episode
Build Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
1:31:57
Published: Wed Apr 14 2021
Description
“Consistency is more important than intensity.”Today's guest is Nir Eyal. Nir Eyal writes, consults, and teaches about the intersection of psychology, technology, and business. Nir previously taught as a Lecturer in Marketing at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and he’s an active investor in habit-forming technologies.In this episode Lewis and Nir discuss how to form habits and what we misunderstand about them, how to gain control of where your attention goes, why To-Do lists are bad for you and what Nir suggests instead, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1097Check out his book: Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming ProductsCheck out his website: www.nirandfar.comThe Wim Hof Experience: Mindset Training, Power Breathing, and Brotherhood: https://link.chtbl.com/910-podA Scientific Guide to Living Longer, Feeling Happier & Eating Healthier with Dr. Rhonda Patrick: https://link.chtbl.com/967-podThe Science of Sleep for Ultimate Success with Shawn Stevenson: https://link.chtbl.com/896-pod
Chapters
The author of Hooked discusses the psychological hacks and patterns that entrepreneurs can use to improve people's lives through building healthy habits.
00:00 - 05:27 (05:27)
Summary
The author of Hooked discusses the psychological hacks and patterns that entrepreneurs can use to improve people's lives through building healthy habits.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Habits always originate from a place of discomfort, and one needs to comprehend that in order to develop new habits or break bad ones.
05:27 - 11:24 (05:56)
Summary
Habits always originate from a place of discomfort, and one needs to comprehend that in order to develop new habits or break bad ones. It is important to understand what distraction is and what it is not in order to avoid it.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The podcast discusses how external triggers can lead to distraction unless we first understand and deal with our internal triggers.
11:24 - 15:25 (04:01)
Summary
The podcast discusses how external triggers can lead to distraction unless we first understand and deal with our internal triggers. Additionally, a recent study found that we check our phones 90% of the time.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker talks about the need for a book that is both practical and backed by good research, presenting a four-part model for managing time and attention that anyone can use to be more productive and also touch on how to exercise and eat right on top of working.
15:25 - 19:54 (04:28)
Summary
The speaker talks about the need for a book that is both practical and backed by good research, presenting a four-part model for managing time and attention that anyone can use to be more productive and also touch on how to exercise and eat right on top of working.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Acknowledge and use uncomfortable sensations like boredom, fatigue, and anxiety to stay focused on work goals and avoid getting distracted in life.
19:54 - 25:40 (05:46)
Summary
Acknowledge and use uncomfortable sensations like boredom, fatigue, and anxiety to stay focused on work goals and avoid getting distracted in life. Transforming pain into rocket fuel to take action rather than run away from it helps boost productivity.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The misconception around habit-forming is that people overestimate their willpower and ability to create habits out of repeated tasks.
25:40 - 31:37 (05:56)
Summary
The misconception around habit-forming is that people overestimate their willpower and ability to create habits out of repeated tasks. The book "Indistractable" aims to teach people about how to identify and manage internal triggers to eliminate distraction.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The sensation of relief after giving in to an urge is what feels good, but it's important to overcome those urges to be productive.
31:37 - 38:00 (06:22)
Summary
The sensation of relief after giving in to an urge is what feels good, but it's important to overcome those urges to be productive. By setting a time and "surfing the urge," discomfort can be ridden out as emotions never last forever.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Instead of creating a long to-do list to tackle in one day, schedule short tasks that you can realistically accomplish and build momentum towards reaching your goals.
38:00 - 42:37 (04:36)
Summary
Instead of creating a long to-do list to tackle in one day, schedule short tasks that you can realistically accomplish and build momentum towards reaching your goals. By doing this, you reinforce a positive self-image and increase productivity.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Instead of envisioning the outcome of your goals, it is more effective to envision how you will overcome obstacles that may get in the way of achieving those goals.
42:37 - 46:02 (03:25)
Summary
Instead of envisioning the outcome of your goals, it is more effective to envision how you will overcome obstacles that may get in the way of achieving those goals.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The key to making time for traction is to ask yourself how the person you want to become would spend their time and prioritise accordingly.
46:02 - 52:20 (06:18)
Summary
The key to making time for traction is to ask yourself how the person you want to become would spend their time and prioritise accordingly. This means deciding how to spend time with loved ones and booking that time in advance.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Block time off on your calendar to spend with your loved ones and to work without distractions.
52:20 - 56:55 (04:34)
Summary
Block time off on your calendar to spend with your loved ones and to work without distractions. Give yourself 30 minutes, 45 minutes or even an hour a day to focus on reflection and keep it sacred on your calendar.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Planning each day with intentional actions in your calendar is a useful tool for reaching your goals and getting things done efficiently.
56:55 - 1:01:36 (04:41)
Summary
Planning each day with intentional actions in your calendar is a useful tool for reaching your goals and getting things done efficiently. This practice can prevent wasted time and unnecessary meetings while allowing the accomplishment of important tasks.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The key to managing your time and reducing distractions is by strategizing your calendar.
1:01:36 - 1:09:05 (07:29)
Summary
The key to managing your time and reducing distractions is by strategizing your calendar. Invest time in creating a plan for the week ahead, adapt it to help you live your values, and make sure your calendar becomes easier to follow over time.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Author Nir Eyal discusses how various entities, from social media to news companies, seek to gain unauthorized access to our attention and how we can hack back through taking control of our technology usage and setting boundaries.
1:09:06 - 1:13:13 (04:07)
Summary
Author Nir Eyal discusses how various entities, from social media to news companies, seek to gain unauthorized access to our attention and how we can hack back through taking control of our technology usage and setting boundaries.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Creating a time box calendar helps prioritize values and determine what's working best for you, so you can live a well-balanced life without making the same mistake repeatedly.
1:13:13 - 1:18:23 (05:09)
Summary
Creating a time box calendar helps prioritize values and determine what's working best for you, so you can live a well-balanced life without making the same mistake repeatedly.
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The author talks about his books "Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products" and "Indistractable."
1:18:23 - 1:26:30 (08:07)
Summary
The author talks about his books "Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products" and "Indistractable." He points out the significance of empowerment and shares his thoughts on the movie "The Social Dilemma."
EpisodeBuild Life Changing Habits & Become A Productivity Master w/Nir Eyal EP 1097
PodcastThe School of Greatness
In this podcast, the guest shares three important lessons he has learned, and gives advice on how to improve productivity and habits.
1:26:30 - 1:31:47 (05:16)
Summary
In this podcast, the guest shares three important lessons he has learned, and gives advice on how to improve productivity and habits. He also talks about leaving a legacy and defines his personal notion of greatness.