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The science of habit: How to rewire the loop running 40% of your day | Charles Duhigg
Charles Duhigg breaks down the mechanics of habit formation and change, revealing how nearly half of daily actions are habitual, and introduces the 'supercommunicator' framework for deeper, more effective human connection.
The productivity advice that will actually improve your life | Chris Bailey: Full Interview
Chris Bailey, author of 'Intentional' and 'Hyperfocus,' reveals how intentionality, aligning goals with core values, and mastering focus are the true drivers of productivity, not generic advice or willpower.
Hustle culture stole the word excellence and gutted its true meaning | Brad Stulberg: Full Interview
Brad Stulberg redefines excellence as a values-aligned, process-driven journey, contrasting it with the fleeting, often detrimental pursuits of hustle culture, optimization, and constant happiness.
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