Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal

We can all struggle with procrastination. Putting stuff off not only makes us feel bad but it can set us back in our careers and lives. So what do we do about it? Dr Tim Pychyl is as one of the world’s leading experts in procrastination. He has written two books about how and why we procrastinate, as well as many scientific papers. In this episode of Deep Dive I talk to Tim about what exactly procrastination is, how to nudge ourselves into better habits, and spirituality and flow. Tim is such a brilliant and knowledgable researcher and this conversation gave me fascinating look into the the psychology of procrastination.

Show Notes

We can all struggle with procrastination. Putting stuff off not only makes us feel bad but it can set us back in our careers and lives. So what do we do about it? Dr Tim Pychyl is as one of the world’s leading experts in procrastination. He has written two books about how and why we procrastinate, as well as many scientific papers. In this episode of Deep Dive I talk to Tim about what exactly procrastination is, how to nudge ourselves into better habits, and spirituality and flow. Tim is such a brilliant and knowledgable researcher and this conversation gave me fascinating look into the the psychology of procrastination.

0:00 Intro
1:58 Procrastination vs. delay
9:43 Why can procrastination feel good?
13:41 Getting started
21:10 Goals, discipline, motivation
33:54 How can we achieve effortlessness?
38:02 Spirituality and flow
45:00 How do we nudge ourselves into habits?
56:44 Procrastination as an emotional problem
1:07:28 Why tips and tricks don’t always work
1:13:15 Reading philosophy
1:15:14 Being a father

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📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED

The War of Art by Steven Pressfield - https://geni.us/H7z29S
The Moral Animal by Robert Wright - https://geni.us/fwolPQ
Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://geni.us/lsrei
The Art of Procrastination by John Perry - https://geni.us/RbB8ZP
The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg - https://geni.us/h3XN0s6
The Power of Vulnerability by Berne Brown - https://geni.us/b19T
The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal - https://geni.us/L8oK5
The Courage to Teach by Parker Palmer - https://geni.us/7Aa9a5
A Guide to the Good Life by William Irvine - https://geni.us/A7bExOK
Happy by Derren Brown - https://geni.us/GHHI
The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman - https://geni.us/alvI2o
Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman - https://geni.us/oZwL
The Way of Zen by Alan Watts - https://geni.us/rqlvW6
Radical Compassion by Tara Brach - https://geni.us/zypL
Affect Regulation Training by Matthias Berking - https://geni.us/UlSk9z
The Courage to Be by Paul Tillich - https://geni.us/cf0JR
Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor E Frankl - https://geni.us/nFjoNo

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What is Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal ?

Dr Ali Abdaal is the world’s most followed productivity expert and author of Feel-Good Productivity, the brand new book that reveals why the secret to productivity isn’t discipline, it’s joy. In his podcast, Deep Dive, Ali sits down with inspiring creators, thinkers, entrepreneurs and high performers to help listeners build lives that they love.

Ali’s cheerful style, positive approach, and well-researched content have made him a trusted voice when it comes to productivity. The internet means that we have access to more knowledge and information than ever before - but it can also be overwhelming. So, Ali and his expert guests focus on simple, scientifically proven, and actionable steps you can take to make real changes in your life.

Ali’s a firm believer that happiness isn’t the result of success - in fact, happiness is the key to success in the first place. Ali made this discovery while working as a doctor in a chaotic hospital ward. In the past, hard work had been the answer to every obstacle in his life. But no amount of hard work was going to combat panic and burnout.

So, Ali dedicated himself to figuring out a new approach to productivity - one that focuses on enjoying the journey and working towards truly meaningful goals. Deep Dive, with its authentic and engaging conversations, will give you all the insights you need to do just that.