22 May 2023 · 1 h 38 min
Books from Nir Eyal
“No.1 Habit & Procrastination Expert: We've Got ADHD Wrong! Break Any Habit & Never Be Distracted!”
7 books mentioned
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The conversation
Behavioral design expert Nir Eyal discusses his four-step model for becoming indistractable, focusing on managing internal triggers and time-boxing. He challenges myths about limited willpower and ADHD, arguing that distraction is often an emotion regulation problem. The episode covers techniques for reclaiming attention and building focus.
Talking points
- Four-step model to become indistractable
- Mastering internal triggers and the 10-minute rule
- Myth of limited willpower and ego depletion
- Time-boxing and scheduling by values
- Burnout as lack of agency
- Reframing trauma for psychological growth
- Controversial views on ADHD overdiagnosis
- Building an indistractable workplace