In this holiday podcast episode, Cal Newport talks with Jesse Miller about a range of topics. They discuss Cal's reading philosophy, where he prioritizes serendipity over fear of missing out. Cal shares his views on achieving writing mastery, suggesting that it's better to aim for "very good" instead of chasing the elusive "greatness." He outlines his daily writing routine and shutdown rituals and reflects on retirement and financial independence. The conversation takes a turn as Cal shares his thoughts on Elon Musk's influence on X (formerly Twitter) and his ongoing use of the Remarkable tablet. Cal also revisits the lessons from his book "Slow Productivity" and teases insights from his upcoming work, "The Deep Life," which delves into life transformation. A standout piece of advice from Cal is to distinguish between "dips" and "cul-de-sacs" in long-term projects, encouraging listeners to reassess their processes before giving up on their goals.
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