We talk about Cal Newport's Digital Minimalism and how we can have a healthier relationship with technology.
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Things mentioned in this episode:

Thomas’ Productivity course on Skillshare
Digital Minimalism, by Cal Newport Deep Work, by Cal Newport Deep Work: How to Focus and Resist Distractions (Ep. 100) What It Takes to Open a Coffee Shop (Ep. 114) Should You Work with Your Friends? (Ep. 281) H3 Podcast on YouTube Joe Rogan's podcast How Music Works, by David Byrne Justin Gignac's Going Freelance course on Skillshare How to Break up with Your Phone, by Catherine Price Freedom How to Be More Like Leonardo da Vinci (Ep. 240) Martin's Photo Print Shop on INPRNT

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0:05:19 - Our dependence on technology
0:28:24 - Sponsor: Skillshare (Learning new skills) 0:30:31 - Sponsor: Brilliant (Learning problem-solving skills) 0:32:53 - Having periods of solitude 0:56:37 - Taking breaks from social media 1:25:30 - Conclusion

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