No.1 Habit & Procrastination Expert: We've Got ADHD Wrong! Break Any Habit & Never Be Distracted!

Name: No.1 Habit & Procrastination Expert: We've Got ADHD Wrong! Break Any Habit & Never Be Distracted!
Uploaded: 2023-05-22T07:00:30.000Z
Duration: 3 h 22 min 7 s

Thoughts on ADHD

In this section, the speaker discusses their thoughts on ADHD and expresses concerns about the increasing number of people being diagnosed with it.

Concerns about ADHD

The number of people being diagnosed with ADHD has significantly risen.

The speaker believes that training a generation to believe that solutions come in pill bottles is dangerous.

The chemical imbalance theory is not true according to psychiatrists.

The speaker advocates for "skills before pills" and warns against viewing ADHD as an identity.

Avoiding Distraction

In this section, the speaker emphasizes the importance of avoiding distraction and explains how it can help prevent regret.

Key Points

Avoiding distraction is key to not living with regret.

90% of distractions are caused by internal factors rather than external ones.

All human behavior is driven by a desire to escape discomfort.

Many times, we know what we should do but don't do it because we get in our own way.

Mastering Discomfort

In this section, the speaker shares a technique for mastering discomfort and explains why it's important for achieving success.

Key Points

If you don't master discomfort, everything else becomes much more difficult if not impossible.

Thousands of studies have shown that mastering discomfort is very effective.

Invitation to Dinner Parties

In this section, the speaker invites subscribers to attend dinner parties hosted by him around the world.

Invitation Details

20 subscribers are invited to each dinner party.

To attend, viewers must hit the subscribe button.

Impact of Hooked Book

In this section, the host thanks Nir Eyal for his work and shares a personal story about how the book "Hooked" impacted his life and his father's life.

Key Points

The host credits Nir Eyal's book "Hooked" with helping him quit smoking.

The host describes becoming indestructible as the single most important skill that anyone in the 21st century can adopt and learn.

Avoiding Regret

In this section, the speaker emphasizes the importance of avoiding regret and explains how becoming indistractible can help achieve this goal.

Key Points

Having regret in your life is awful, so avoiding distraction is key to not living with regret.

We all know what we should do, but many times we don't do it because we get in our own way.

Becoming indistractible is essential for living the kind of lives we deserve.

Becoming Indistractable

In this section, the speaker introduces the concept of becoming "indistractable" and explains why it is important to achieve this state.

The Importance of Becoming Indistractable

Becoming indistractable is a superpower that makes everything else easier.

Distraction prevents us from achieving our goals and becoming the person we want to be.

The goal is not to tell people what to do but rather help them do what they themselves want to do.

Overcoming Distraction

In this section, the speaker discusses why people struggle with turning their intentions into behavior and what stands in their way.

Understanding Distraction

To understand distraction, we need to understand what it is not. The opposite of distraction is traction.

Traction refers to any action that pulls us towards what we say we're going to do.

Distraction refers to any action that pulls us away from what we plan to do.

Any action done with intent and forethought is traction, even if it involves social media or video games.

Overcoming Distraction

Work-related tasks can also be distractions if they are not aligned with our goals for the day.

We tend to prioritize easy and urgent work over hard and important work, which leads us astray from our goals.

Planning ahead and setting aside time for important tasks can help overcome distraction.

The Four Steps to Becoming Indistractable

In this section, the speaker discusses the four steps to becoming indistractable.

Mastering Internal Triggers

90% of distractions are caused by internal triggers.

Understanding the deeper reason behind our emotions is key to mastering internal triggers.

Making Time for Traction

Traction involves making time for what we want to do.

To become indistractable, we need to make time for traction.

Hacking Back External Triggers

External triggers are things in our environment that prompt us to action.

We can hack back external triggers by removing or modifying them.

Preventing Distraction with Pacts

Pacts involve making a commitment in advance to prevent distraction.

By using pacts, we can prevent distraction and stay on track with our goals.

Understanding and Dealing with Discomfort

In this section, the speaker discusses how to deal with discomfort in a healthy way. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the sensations that trigger distraction and reframing them as signals for action.

Dealing with Sensations

The speaker explains that he used to try to escape uncomfortable sensations through distraction.

He notes that many people struggle with discomfort and distract themselves instead of dealing with it.

The speaker is interested in how people can identify what they are trying to escape from.

Diagnosing the root cause of discomfort is difficult, but writing down sensations when distracted can be helpful.

Reframing Triggers

Writing down sensations before getting distracted is an important first step towards gaining power over discomfort.

Identifying triggers allows individuals to reframe them as positive signals for action rather than negative experiences to be avoided.

High performers use internal triggers as rocket fuel towards traction, while distractible people try to escape them through distraction.

Taking Action

Pausing and reflecting on what sensation triggered distraction can help individuals interpret it positively.

Reframing triggers as positive signals helps high performers push towards traction instead of escaping through distraction.

Asking oneself which psychological discomfort one is trying to escape from in the moment can help reframe triggers positively.

Mastering Internal Triggers

In this section, the speaker discusses how to master internal triggers and make time for traction.

Scheduling Time for Worry

Use the technique of scheduling time for worry when you feel doubts or distracting thoughts.

Write down the sensation and get back to the task at hand as quickly as possible.

Later on, make time in your calendar to think about that sensation.

This technique helps process internal triggers and allows you to stay in control.

The 10 Minute Rule

The 10-minute rule is a tool from acceptance and commitment therapy that helps master internal triggers.

You can give in to any distraction but not right now. You can give in after 10 minutes.

This technique establishes agency and proves that you are not powerless over distractions.

Later on, put time in your schedule to come back to that feeling.

Budgeting Time

Put time in your calendar called worry time where you will look at those feelings again later on.

Using these techniques proves that you have control over impulse control issues related to distraction.

Compartmentalizing Time to Reduce Distractions

In this section, the speaker discusses how compartmentalizing time can help reduce distractions and worries.

Planning for Worry Time

Writing down and planning for worry time helps to compartmentalize worries and emotions.

Nine out of ten worries melt away when given a few minutes of thought.

Scheduling worry time allows the brain to relax and focus on other tasks.

Making Time for Traction

Finish the time box even if you're just sitting there staring into space.

Putting your butt in the chair is what makes a professional.

Sitting through boredom leads to productivity.

Hacking Back External Triggers

The usual suspects (pings, dings, rings) are only 10% of our distractions.

The technology itself is not the problem; it's what it's attached to that causes distraction.

Meetings, Slack channels, and colleagues can be huge sources of distraction.

Professional Context

Open-plan offices can lead to distractions from colleagues tapping you on the shoulder.

Healthcare and scientific fields also have similar issues with interruptions.

Tips for Being Indistractable

In this section, the speaker provides tips on how to be indistractable and manage distractions in the workplace.

Using a Screen Sign

A red piece of card stock can be folded in thirds and placed on your computer monitor to signal to colleagues that you are indistractible.

This is an effective way to communicate your need for focus without appearing rude or unapproachable.

Managing Your Manager

Show your boss your time box calendar, which outlines your schedule for the week, including focused work time and meetings.

Discuss with them any tasks that may not fit into your schedule and ask for their help in prioritizing.

This process helps avoid having to say "no" to tasks while ensuring that their priorities are reflected in your schedule.

Prioritizing as a Startup Founder

In this section, the speaker discusses the importance of prioritization for startup founders.

The Importance of Prioritization

Startup founders have a finite amount of resources and more things they want to do than time in the day.

Creating systems to reflect on priorities is crucial because it ensures that important tasks are completed first.

Schedule Syncing with Your Team

Communicate with your team about priorities regularly.

Be willing to let go of tasks that are no longer relevant or necessary.

By syncing schedules with team members, everyone can stay focused on what's most important.

The Importance of Prioritization in Business

In this section, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prioritization in business and how it can prevent businesses from running out of cash.

Prioritization is Key to Success

Every business dies for one reason: they run out of cash. Cash is oxygen, and oxygen is life.

The number one cause of a business running out of cash is doing the wrong thing for too long.

Good CEOs are good at prioritization, while bad CEOs are bad at it.

Preventing Distraction with Pacts

After mastering internal triggers, making time for traction, and hacking back external triggers, preventing distraction with pacts is the next step.

A pact is a pre-commitment device that helps you decide in advance what you will do to keep yourself on task. There are three types: effort packs, price packs, and identity pacts.

An effort pact involves putting some friction between you and the thing you don't want to do. For example, using an outlet timer to shut off your internet router every night at 10 pm can help prevent late-night distractions.

Having a set bedtime in your calendar can also be an effective effort pact to ensure proper rest and avoid late-night distractions.

Using Packs to Avoid Distractions

In this section, the speaker discusses how packs can be used as a last line of defense against distractions. He emphasizes that internal triggers must first be dealt with before relying on external tools like internet timers.

The Importance of Packs

Packs are the last line of defense against distractions.

They add friction and effort, making it harder to get distracted.

Having a shut-off timer is a statement to oneself and others about adhering to boundaries.

Strategy vs Tactics for Dealing with Distractions

In this section, the speaker distinguishes between strategy and tactics for dealing with distractions. He argues that understanding the psychological principles behind distraction is more important than specific tactics.

The Importance of Strategy

Understanding psychological principles behind distraction is key.

While tactics are important, they should be informed by an overarching strategy.

Willpower and Discipline

In this section, the speaker discusses willpower and discipline in relation to productivity. He debunks the idea that willpower is a limited resource.

Debunking Willpower Myths

Discipline is necessary for productivity.

Willpower is not a limited resource according to recent research.

Believing in limited willpower can actually lead to ego depletion.

Understanding Discipline

In this section, the speaker discusses his understanding of discipline and why he is disciplined in some areas of his life but not in others.

Factors Affecting Discipline

Discipline is doing what you said you were going to do and what you intended to do.

The speaker has been disciplined with going to the gym, DJing, and podcasting because he enjoys them and has a goal that means a lot to him.

The equation for discipline involves the enjoyment of pursuit minus the psychological discomfort or disengagement associated with it.

If there is too much discomfort associated with an activity, then discipline may wane.

Flow State and Professional Pursuits

In this section, the speaker discusses how flow state can be achieved when doing something enjoyable but becomes difficult when pursuing professional pursuits.

Achieving Flow State

Flow state is a state where time flies by effortlessly while engaging in an activity.

It's easy to achieve flow state when doing something enjoyable like DJing as an amateur because there are no stakes involved.

However, it becomes harder to achieve flow state when pursuing professional pursuits like becoming a professional DJ because there are other things that need to be done around the core experience that may not be as fun.

Psychological Cost of Professional Pursuits

The perceived psychological cost increases when pursuing professional pursuits due to nerves and worry.

This increase in psychological cost can lead to decreased discipline.

Reasons for Not Pursuing Goals

In this section, the speaker discusses the reasons why people do not pursue their goals and how feelings play a role in it.

Quitting as the Number One Reason

The number one reason people don't pursue their goals is that they quit.

This tends to happen because of a feeling when tasks become hard or difficult.

Need for Different Tactics

When tasks suddenly get hard or difficult, different tactics are needed.

It's easy to do things we enjoy but harder to do things we don't enjoy.

Making Time for Traction

In this section, the speaker talks about making time for traction and how to start with values.

Starting with Values

To make a time box calendar, start with your values.

Values are attributes of the person you want to become.

Three Life Domains

There are three life domains: self, relationships, and work.

Self is at the center of these domains. If you can't take care of yourself, you can't take care of others or make the world a better place.

Scheduling Time for Yourself

Look at your calendar for the next seven days and ask yourself how would the person you want to become spend their time.

Schedule time for rest, reading, video games - anything that helps you become who you want to be.

Scheduling Time for Relationships

Schedule time for relationships with friends, family, kids, significant others.

Don't give them scraps of leftover time; put it in your schedule.

Scheduling Time for Work

Reactive work is how most people spend their days, reacting to messages, notifications, and requests.

Schedule time for reflective work if you want to do creative work that requires focus.

To-Do Lists and Self-Image

In this section, the speaker talks about the problem with to-do lists and how they affect self-image.

Problem with To-Do Lists

To-do lists are a series of outputs without constraints. You can always add more.

Most people come home with a list of things they haven't crossed off, affecting their self-image.

Focus on Time Instead of Outcome

Focus on time instead of outcome when pursuing your passion.

Determine how much time you want to put into it based on your values and the kind of person you want to become.

Time Boxing

In this section, the speaker discusses the importance of time and how it should be managed. He introduces the concept of time boxing and explains how it can help individuals manage their time effectively.

Managing Time

People are cheap with their money but generous with their time.

We should be cheap with our time and generous with our money.

A time box calendar forces you to work within constraints and decide based on your values how much time you can afford to spend on whatever you want to do.

It's not based on outcome, but input.

Input vs Output

Knowledge work is only focused on output, but we need to focus on input as well.

Our input is just two things: time and attention.

Just like ingredients for a cupcake have to be budgeted for, we have to plan ahead for our input (time and attention).

Personal Experience with Time Boxing

In this section, the speaker shares his personal experience with using time boxing. He talks about how he was inspired by someone else's use of it and how it helped him during the pandemic.

Personal Experience

The speaker was inspired by someone else's use of time boxing.

Time boxing was helpful during the pandemic when there were no in-person meetings or distractions.

The speaker started developing a Time blocking app because of its usefulness.

Scheduling Date Nights

In this section, the speaker talks about scheduling date nights in his relationship. He proposes scheduling them because he schedules everything else that is important to him.

Scheduling Date Nights

The speaker proposes scheduling date nights in his relationship because he schedules everything else that is important to him.

His girlfriend was resistant to the idea at first because it takes away from spontaneity and spice.

The speaker talks about the concept of a residual beneficiary in business and how it applies to relationships.

If you and your relationship are like a business, then scheduling time for each other is important.

How to Avoid Distractions and Prioritize Relationships

In this section, the speaker talks about how people get distracted by things like social media and how it affects their relationships. He shares his experience of not being able to prioritize his relationship with his wife due to a busy schedule and explains why not being spontaneous doesn't mean you don't love someone.

Prioritizing Relationships

When schedules get busier, plan B is necessary.

Not making time for someone doesn't mean you don't love them; it means you need to prioritize better.

Setting aside specific times for spending time together can help prioritize relationships.

Blue Jeans Basic - A Free Video Conferencing Tool

In this section, the speaker introduces Blue Jeans Basic, a free version of the video conferencing tool that allows users to have high-quality online meetings without glitches.

Introducing Blue Jeans Basic

Blue Jeans Basic is a free version of the top-quality video conferencing tool.

It offers an immersive video experience with high-fidelity audio and video, including Dolby voice.

Enterprise-grade security ensures collaboration with confidence.

Hills Nutritionally Complete Protein Product

In this section, the speaker talks about Hills nutritionally complete protein product that he uses in his fitness journey. He explains its benefits and recommends trying it out.

Hills Nutritionally Complete Protein Product

Contains 20 grams of protein, 26 vitamins and minerals, and only about 100 calories.

Comes in flavors like Salted Caramel and Vanilla Fudge that taste great.

A healthy option for protein powder.

Burnout - What Is It?

In this section, the speaker talks about burnout and shares his opinion on what it is. He cites research done by two British researchers who concluded that a toxic work environment is not the work you do but the type of work you do.

Understanding Burnout

Burnout is not just doing too much work.

A toxic work environment is not the work you do but the type of work you do.

Two conditions that raise rates of anxiety and depression are high demand and low control.

Burnout and Low Control

In this section, the speaker discusses how low control and high expectations can lead to burnout. The lack of agency to meet expectations causes psychological discomfort, leading to giving up.

Low Control

Lack of agency to make decisions for oneself on how to accomplish a challenge or affect the outcome leads to burnout.

High expectations that do not depend solely on an individual's efforts but also on other people, budgets, and circumstances beyond their control cause psychological discomfort.

Burnout

Burnout is defined as psychological overwhelm that makes one give up due to the inability to change their environment or circumstances. It feels like death when one cannot affect outcomes despite trying hard.

Meaning can be a relief valve in burnout situations where individuals have agency and control over their outside environment, even if rewards are delayed. However, if there is nothing one can do to get the reward, quitting becomes logical.

Importance of Agency and Control

Agency and control are fundamentally linked to physiological health; people with greater degrees of control in their professional endeavors are healthier.

Locus of control is another concept related to agency and control; external locus of control means things happen to individuals while internal locus of control means they affect change. People with internal locus of control believe they have more agency and are less likely to experience burnout than those with external locus of control who feel powerless over their lives.

The Power of Agency

In this section, Nir Eyal discusses the importance of believing in one's agency and control over their life. He explains how having a mindset of agency can lead to better outcomes even in difficult situations.

Believing in Agency

Believing you have agency makes you better off even if it's not true.

Mindset affects what we do. If you believe willpower is limited, you will act as such.

People who believe they have control live much healthier and better lives.

Responsibility and Controversy

Taking responsibility for our actions is controversial because of the idea of victim-blaming.

We don't have to blame victims while still taking responsibility for our own actions.

Smart regulation is necessary but waiting for government intervention is not enough.

Building Habit-forming Products vs. Indistractible

Nir Eyal wrote "Hooked: How to Build Habit-forming Products" and "Indistractible: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life."

These books are not opposites; they both aim to help people use technology for good while avoiding distractions.

Companies design products to be engaging, so blaming them for addiction is misguided.

The Benefits of Believing in Agency

Even when circumstances are beyond your control, believing that you have agency benefits you.

People who believe they are powerless tend to do nothing.

Overcoming Challenges in Dating

In this section, Nir Eyal discusses the challenges of modern dating and how to overcome them.

The Nature of Modern Dating

Many people feel frustrated with modern dating and blame social media and dating apps.

Believing that you have agency can help you take control of your dating life.

People who believe they are powerless tend to give up on finding a partner.

The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health

In this section, the speakers discuss the impact of social media on mental health and whether or not Mark Zuckerberg is to blame for society's problems.

Social Media as a Symptom

The framing that social media is solely responsible for negative impacts on mental health is too simplified.

The speakers agree that social media is a symptom of a wider social issue rather than the root cause.

Moral panics around new forms of media have existed throughout history.

Overuse and Regulation

Overuse of any form of media can have negative consequences on mental health.

Children and pathological addicts are two groups that need protection from excessive use of social media.

Current regulations in the US protect children under 13 years old from using social media, but this age limit may need to be reconsidered.

Responsibility and Addiction

Addiction is a disease, and companies have a responsibility to protect those who are addicted to their products.

Online companies have personal identifiable information about users and can reach out to those who may be addicted.

Addiction and Personal Responsibility

In this section, the speaker discusses addiction and personal responsibility. He argues that while there is a popular narrative that our attention is being stolen, addiction is a personal responsibility issue. He suggests that we need to take personal responsibility for managing our internal triggers and external distractions.

Addiction as a Personal Responsibility Issue

The speaker argues that addiction is not about attention being stolen but rather a personal responsibility issue.

He suggests that we need to take personal responsibility for managing our internal triggers and external distractions.

The speaker believes that we have a responsibility to help those struggling with addiction by offering resources and support.

While he acknowledges the role of regulation in addressing addiction, he emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility as the first line of defense.

Psychological Trauma and Overcoming Limitations

In this section, the speaker discusses how psychological trauma can limit us from taking action towards our goals. He suggests reframing discomfort as an opportunity for growth.

Psychological Trauma and Limitations

The speaker describes how childhood trauma can create "goblins" or hard-to-budge traumas that limit us from taking action towards our goals.

He suggests reframing discomfort as an opportunity for growth by using it like rocket fuel to propel us towards what we want to do.

The speaker notes that many successful people have overcome their limitations driven by these same goblins.

He emphasizes the importance of reframing discomfort in order to achieve post-traumatic growth.

Dealing with Discomfort

In this section, the speaker discusses how to deal with discomfort in a way that is adaptive rather than maladaptive. The psychology community teaches that it's about learning how to deal with discomfort in a way that is adaptive.

Trauma Interpretation

Trauma is neutral and subjective. It's how we interpret them that matters.

The same incident can be interpreted in two entirely different ways by different people.

Pain happens because we focus our attention on it.

Mind-Body Connection

Most pain is chronic type pain after the healing has occurred.

Pain does not mean physical trauma per se.

Pain becomes worse when we over-focus on it.

Exposure Therapy

Emotions and pain don't happen to us; they happen for us as a lesson for us to learn from.

Avoiding exposure only makes discomfort worse.

Exposure therapy helps down-regulate the brain's response to threats.

Building Confidence

In this section, the speaker talks about how to build confidence and shares his personal experience with exposure therapy.

Using Exposure Therapy to Build Confidence

Confidence is a belief that can be built through exposure therapy.

Overcoming nerves and building confidence requires practice, not just reading books.

Reimagining triggers can help reframe physiological reactions associated with anxiety or fear into positive ones.

Low Confidence and Trapped Beliefs

People with low confidence may be stuck in a script or trapped belief.

Trying on different roles or acting differently can help break free from self-imposed limitations.

ADHD Diagnosis Controversy

In this section, the speaker discusses the controversy surrounding ADHD diagnosis and overdiagnosis in the United States compared to Europe.

Concerns About ADHD Diagnosis

The speaker believes there is something fishy going on when it comes to ADHD diagnosis.

Overdiagnosis of ADHD in the United States may be due to cultural factors.

ADHD: Skills Before Pills

In this section, the speaker discusses the negative repercussions of diagnosing and medicating children with ADHD without first teaching them skills to manage their symptoms.

The Risks of Medication

There is a clear incentive for teachers and parents to calm kids down, but there may not be enough of a check and balance to ensure that medication is necessary.

Medication can have dangerous side effects, and prescribing pills as the first course of action can train a generation to believe that solutions come in pill bottles.

The speaker emphasizes the importance of teaching skills before resorting to medication.

Misconceptions About ADHD

The chemical imbalance theory has been discredited by further research, and there is no brain scan or blood test for ADHD.

Physicians may cater to what they think patients want due to fear of bad reviews on Google.

A proper diagnosis should include an undiagnosis plan, as ADHD is treatable through both medication and behavioral practices.

Overcoming ADHD

People with ADHD can learn skills to overcome their symptoms, making it possible for them to function without a diagnosis.

It's important not to view ADHD as an identity but rather as something that is treatable.

Addiction, ADHD, and Overdiagnosis

In this section, the speaker discusses addiction and ADHD. They explain that addiction is a pathology that can be treated, and people should not identify themselves as addicts for life. The speaker also talks about overdiagnosis of ADHD due to popularization in media.

Addiction

Side effects are a red flag for treatment.

Addiction is a pathology that can be cured with treatment.

People struggling with addiction should not be stigmatized by being called "addicts."

People conform to their identity, so it's harmful to identify as an addict for life.

ADHD Overdiagnosis

TikTok has been driving overdiagnosis of ADHD by simplifying the ailment.

Trivializing ADHD into small habits concerns the speaker because it can lead to overdiagnosis.

Popularization of the diagnosis in media leads people to look for symptoms they may not have.

Teaching skills to make ADHD functionally not a problem is okay, but identifying oneself as having undiagnosed ADHD without assessment is problematic.

Using medicalized terms like OCD or addiction can create an identity for oneself as powerless.

Overall, the speaker emphasizes that while addiction and ADHD are real issues that require attention and treatment, it's important not to trivialize them or use them as identities. The popularization of these diagnoses in media has led to overdiagnosis and self-diagnosis without proper assessment.

Systems in Place that Benefit Some Groups Over Others

In this section, the speaker discusses how certain systems benefit some groups over others. He mentions the psychology and pharmaceutical industries as examples.

The Problem with Disincentives

There are incentives in place for certain industries, such as psychology and pharmaceuticals.

However, there are no disincentives to prevent these industries from diagnosing too many people or prescribing unnecessary medication.

The speaker is not pointing fingers at unethical practices but rather questioning where the breaks are in these systems.

He believes something fishy is going on when 10% of American children have ADHD.

Building an Indestructible Workplace

In this section, the speaker talks about how to build a workplace that is free from distractions and interruptions.

Reducing Prescription Mistakes

Nurses were able to reduce prescription mistakes by 80% just by wearing a vest that said "Do Not Disturb Me."

This solution was implemented because distractions were causing nurses to prescribe the wrong medication or dosage.

The speaker uses this example to illustrate how we often don't realize a problem until it's too late.

He also emphasizes the importance of working without distraction.

Characteristics of an Indestructible Workplace

An indestructible workplace has three characteristics: psychological safety, a forum to talk about problems, and a focus on output instead of input.

Psychological safety means being able to talk about problems without fear of retribution.

A forum for discussion allows employees to raise concerns and find solutions together.

Focusing on output instead of input means measuring success based on results rather than time spent working.

Creating a Positive Company Culture

In this section, the speaker discusses how companies can create a positive culture by focusing on psychological safety, creating a forum for employees to talk about problems, and exemplifying what it means to be indestructible.

Importance of Psychological Safety

Companies can create a positive culture by focusing on psychological safety.

Employees need to feel heard and management needs to use emojis to show that they are being seen.

Management can decide what's important but employees need to be seen.

Creating a Forum for Employees

Companies can create a forum for employees to talk about problems.

The important thing is not that everything has to be acted upon right away.

It's a form for people to talk about the problem and feel like they're heard.

Exemplifying Indestructibility

Management needs to exemplify what it means to be indestructible.

Slack has a huge pink neon sign in the company canteen that says "work hard and go home".

People do their best work when they're fully focused and then after work they need time to be with their families or do other things.

Importance of Religion in Organized Communities

In this section, the speaker talks about how he changed his mind on the importance of religion in organized communities despite being secular.

Benefits of Organized Religion

The speaker has changed his mind on the importance of religion despite being secular.

Organized religion has a lot to offer us such as taking care of people who we may not know directly but are part of our community.

Having a place to go where you know you will be taken care of, having rituals that mark the year, higher purpose, forced disconnection and reflection, meditation, prayer are some benefits that organized religion offers.

Brand Partnership with Zoe

In this section, the speaker talks about his partnership with Zoe and how it is helping people understand their bodies better so they can live more fulfilled lives.

Understanding Your Body

Our overall health is impacted by our gut health.

Zoe helps people understand how their body is working so they can help reduce their risk of long-term disease and increase energy levels.

End of Podcast Request

In this section, the speaker expresses gratitude to listeners who have made it to the end of the podcast and asks for a favor.

Request for Subscription

The speaker thanks listeners who have made it to the end of the podcast and asks them to hit the subscribe button if they enjoyed it.

Indicator of Good Episode

In this section, the speaker discusses how subscriber count is used as an indicator of a good episode.

Subscriber Count

The number of subscribers generated by an episode is used as an indicator of whether or not it was a good episode.

The speaker expresses gratitude towards listeners who subscribed after listening to an episode.

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