Episode
#007 - Life Hacks 102
41:31
Published: Mon Mar 12 2018
Description
Jonny and Yusef from PropaneFitness.com join me again for another Life Hacks episode where we detail a selection of our favourite apps, websites, resources and tools for a productive and efficient life. On this episode, discover how to track sleep quality with an alarm clock and conduct an experiment on your own night time routine, the easiest way to build a meditation habit that sticks, and why increasing the trackpad speed on your laptop will impact your productivity by 10%. Resource Links: Sleep Cycle Pzizz HabitBull Headspace Release Into Now Mindfulness In Plain English Insight Timer Muse Sam Harris Podcast Media Monster MyFitnessPal WaterLogged Check out everything I recommend from books to products and help support the podcast at no extra cost to you by shopping through this link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact
Chapters
This podcast discusses the features of sleep tracking apps, such as using a microphone or motion sensor to determine the quality of sleep, and the option to analyze data in detail.
00:00 - 04:52 (04:52)
Summary
This podcast discusses the features of sleep tracking apps, such as using a microphone or motion sensor to determine the quality of sleep, and the option to analyze data in detail.
Episode#007 - Life Hacks 102
PodcastModern Wisdom
The recent red super moon was a rare occurrence this year and tracking our sleep cycles can be helpful, but the native options on sleep cycle and the lunar cycle are limited in their use.
04:52 - 07:10 (02:18)
Summary
The recent red super moon was a rare occurrence this year and tracking our sleep cycles can be helpful, but the native options on sleep cycle and the lunar cycle are limited in their use.
Episode#007 - Life Hacks 102
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker discusses the relationship between sleep cycle and caffeine/melatonin and how they impact the quality of one's sleep through the use of a fitness tracker.
07:10 - 10:58 (03:47)
Summary
The speaker discusses the relationship between sleep cycle and caffeine/melatonin and how they impact the quality of one's sleep through the use of a fitness tracker.
Episode#007 - Life Hacks 102
PodcastModern Wisdom
Direct one-on-one accountability can help in building and breaking habits, as it provides a level of competition and ensures consistency in doing tasks.
10:58 - 13:39 (02:40)
Summary
Direct one-on-one accountability can help in building and breaking habits, as it provides a level of competition and ensures consistency in doing tasks.
Episode#007 - Life Hacks 102
PodcastModern Wisdom
The process of building a habit of meditation includes starting with a few minutes each day and gradually increasing it, rather than trying to meditate for a long time right from the beginning.
13:39 - 19:10 (05:30)
Summary
The process of building a habit of meditation includes starting with a few minutes each day and gradually increasing it, rather than trying to meditate for a long time right from the beginning. One can also use apps like Headspace and have three-minute emergency sessions.
Episode#007 - Life Hacks 102
PodcastModern Wisdom
The investment it takes to feel some change from meditation is vastly underplayed, despite the benefits it provides.
19:10 - 22:26 (03:16)
Summary
The investment it takes to feel some change from meditation is vastly underplayed, despite the benefits it provides. While meditation can deliver significant positive results, it requires a considerable time investment that many people underestimate.
Episode#007 - Life Hacks 102
PodcastModern Wisdom
Guided meditation sessions can be good for beginners but can also become a crutch.
22:26 - 26:42 (04:15)
Summary
Guided meditation sessions can be good for beginners but can also become a crutch. Once you have the basics, move away from guided sessions to progress in meditation.
Episode#007 - Life Hacks 102
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker reflects on their 10 day meditation retreat, realizing how insane they are after realizing they couldn't focus for the last 20 minutes of a long meditation session.
26:42 - 30:02 (03:20)
Summary
The speaker reflects on their 10 day meditation retreat, realizing how insane they are after realizing they couldn't focus for the last 20 minutes of a long meditation session.
Episode#007 - Life Hacks 102
PodcastModern Wisdom
David Rogier discusses how quantifying the benefits of wearable tech, like the Muse headband, makes it easier to convince people on its effectiveness.
30:02 - 32:56 (02:53)
Summary
David Rogier discusses how quantifying the benefits of wearable tech, like the Muse headband, makes it easier to convince people on its effectiveness.
Episode#007 - Life Hacks 102
PodcastModern Wisdom
This podcast discusses how trait changes can affect your day-to-day headspace, and provides a tip to speed up your trackpad every month to make a lasting change.
32:56 - 36:57 (04:01)
Summary
This podcast discusses how trait changes can affect your day-to-day headspace, and provides a tip to speed up your trackpad every month to make a lasting change. The hosts also touch on the topic of scrolling habits.
Episode#007 - Life Hacks 102
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker shares that he had to buy an iPod touch to film his powerlifting sets while listening to music, and asks for recommendations on a camera that can allow him to do both at the same time.
36:57 - 40:36 (03:39)
Summary
The speaker shares that he had to buy an iPod touch to film his powerlifting sets while listening to music, and asks for recommendations on a camera that can allow him to do both at the same time.
Episode#007 - Life Hacks 102
PodcastModern Wisdom
Youssef advises against using Word Documents and suggests finding a different proposal for what one may have to say.
40:36 - 41:18 (00:42)
Summary
Youssef advises against using Word Documents and suggests finding a different proposal for what one may have to say. More life hacks are coming in Life Hacks three.