How To Make 2024 Your Most Productive Year Yet

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In this special episode of Deep Dive, I'm being interviewed by renowned psychologist and author of the book 'Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?', Dr Julie Smith. We'll be talking all about my brand new book Feel-Good Productivity and we discuss the writing process, the insights you can expect from picking up a copy, and all of the research into productivity and wellbeing that went into creating this book. It was strange to be on the other side of the desk, but I hope this conversation gives you a glimpse of what's to come in Feel-Good Productivity. I'm so excited to be sharing this book with you all ❤️
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Season 7 Episode 13
00:00 Intro
02:12 The philosophy behind Feel-Good Productivity
14:30 Hustle culture
18:54 The process of writing the book
23:22 An outline of the book
33:49 Is Feel-Good Productivity for you?
36:46 How to make life more enjoyable
44:10 Being a teacher
48:37 Beating procrastination
57:50 The amygdala hijack
01:02:33 The importance of play
01:10:07 The different types of burnout
01:17:24 My new goal setting technique
01:25:16 The Reitoff Principle
01:29:26 How to find joy in your daily life
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[@saywhaaanisa5427]

Congratulations Ali! :) You've made such an impact on my mindset with productivity and discipline. I can't wait to get the book, & wishing you success!!!

[@littleripper312]

One of the main causes of procrastination for me was that when it really got down to it I didn't truly want to do that "thing". Choosing your goals and paths in life correctly can get rid of a lot of resistance. If you feel like nothing is working to get you to do something maybe re-evaluate if you are truly going down the right path.

[@LeonSenpaiiii]

As a nurse who works in a SNF, everyone’s high level of stress and anxiety can really take a toll if you aren’t careful of someone’s emotions and energy, I’m always singing while doing med pass and my patients love it, idc if I look unprofessional, people live there and it’s a nice change of pace for a nurse to help them relax emotionally than just to shove medication down their throat

[@teacherjosephkuan]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 📚 *The author's experience of writing the book was a marathon, not pure joy, but it taught valuable lessons for future writing endeavors.* 10:52 🌟 *Positive emotions, like joy, boost productivity and creativity, according to the broaden and build theory.* 16:00 💼 *Success without enjoying the journey can be hollow; balancing life and enjoying the process is crucial.* 17:23 📝 *Writing the book involved moments of seriousness and imposter syndrome, but the author learned to apply Feelgood productivity principles to the writing process.* 18:06 🤔 *Approach work with sincerity and playfulness rather than excessive seriousness and heaviness for a more enjoyable experience.* 18:34 📝 *The process of writing a book can be challenging, especially when dealing with complex emotions and the pressure to make it special.* 20:00 🖊️ *Writing the first draft of a book is often a rough and imperfect process, and the real value comes from the editing.* 25:39 🚫 *Overcoming procrastination involves recognizing emotional blockers rather than solely relying on motivation or discipline.* 28:12 🔄 *Making productivity sustainable is crucial to prevent burnout and ensure long-term success.* 34:33 📚 *The book "Feel Good Productivity" is intended for anyone seeking to be more productive while maintaining a focus on well-being and sustainability.* 36:12 📚 *To make work feel better, even in a job you don't enjoy, consider finding "side quests" or ways to explore your curiosity within your tasks.* 41:25 🏆 *Creating personal challenges within your job, even mundane ones, can make the work more enjoyable and productive.* 43:15 🌟 *Finding joy and meaning in your work doesn't always require quitting your job; you can improve your current job's quality.* 49:17 💡 *Overcoming procrastination involves gaining clarity about what needs to be done, addressing the emotions that cause resistance, and taking action.* 53:16 🎭 *Adopting an alter ego or persona, like a "Batman" for a task, can help overcome fear and self-doubt toperform better in challenging situations.* 53:56 💡 *Lowering the bar and focusing on getting started is essential to overcome procrastination. Perfectionism and the fear of not being good enough can hinder progress.* 56:00 🌟 *Momentum is crucial in overcoming procrastination. Once you start, it becomes easier to continue.* 57:59 🧠 *The amygdala hijack is when the amygdala, our brain's threat detector, becomes overactive in social situations, leading to fear and stress responses. Recognizing this can help overcome procrastination driven by fear of judgment.* 01:00:17 🎭 *Adopting different play personalities in your work can make tasks more enjoyable and fulfilling. Playfulness can help boost productivity.* 01:10:16 🔄 *Understanding different types of burnout (overexertion, depletion, misalignment) and how to address them is essential for long-term sustainable productivity.* 01:11:10 🔄 *When feeling drained, activities like scrolling on social media rarely recharge your energy. Engaging in more creative and effortful activities, like going for a walk or reading a book, tend to be more effective in reducing burnout risk.* 01:12:08 📵 *Spending less time on social media and more time on activities that recharge your energy is a better strategy for avoiding burnout.* 01:16:05 🙅‍♂️ *Feeling guilty for taking breaks is counterproductive. It's essential to incorporate moments of relaxation and recharge during the day, even if it feels unproductive.* 01:18:51 💡 *Setting "nice goals" (Near term, Input-based, Controllable, Energizing) can be more effective, especially for beginners or those struggling with a goal. These goals focus on what you can do in the short term and are within your control.* 01:25:46 ✅ *Finding ways to make tasks enjoyable, such as adding variety and breaking them down into manageable input-based goals, can help maintain consistency and motivation. Sometimes, it's okay to have "write-off" days and actively choose rest when needed.* 01:28:16 🎉 *Inject joy into tasks you don't like to make them feel better and boost productivity.* 01:32:28 🎶 *Incorporate little moments of joy and self-soothing techniques into your daily routine for a more enjoyable life.* 01:37:08 🎵 *Add music or other enjoyable elements to mundane tasks to shift your mood and make them more enjoyable.* 01:39:12 🌟 *Choose to greet people with warmth and enthusiasm, creating a positive atmosphere that spreads joy.* 01:42:13 🥐 *Small acts of kindness, like bringing scones for colleagues, can have a significant positive impact on relationships and workplace morale.* Made with HARPA AI

[@thebonniewong]

Wow thank you! Actually great use of AI 😅

[@NycKhayrullo]

How was your year Ali

[@themagicofcandy1262]

Congratulations on your book! Can't wait to read it on the 28th 🇨🇦

[@GulfamHussainEnglish]

I watched this full episode, very interesting and informative. Thank You, Ali. I read your book's first chapter, and I will read the book as I get it.

[@lovetruthprizm]

I’m happy I found your channel Ali. Great content and I’m learning a lot!

[@HKAMILAH]

I'm glad you mentioned the concept of a day off when I feel like I won't get anything done that day. I've been doing that for a few months, glad to see someone else do this, too. I work in the healthcare industry, and I play jazz/healing frequency/lofi music in the background of tasks I don't want to do, it makes it a little less shit. Also, as a student nurse I appreciate you considering the nurses - I asked a junior doctor once if he wanted a drink and he looked at me shellshocked, haha!

[@rasalresid9147]

Video is so good, and I agree with you completely on productivity. I was so lazy early in my life, but now I am doing dropshipping because it will always be viable since people need to buy things. If you can find good products and make your store appealing, you will be really successful. My strategy is to use some product search tools (my favorite one is using a little bit of winnerzila. It's affordable, very well suited for beginners and they give out plenty of other assets as well). If someone is wondering, my favorite niches are pets and electronics. You can always have good money in those.

[@prabhjotsingh9597]

Best wishes for the book. You are amazing Ali. I'm so grateful to know people like you in my life journey

[@cristianbacinschi]

this video was so great, full of helpful and practical tips all throughout it)

[@ach25omouth]

Eagerly waiting for the book to arrive

[@melusine826]

Play characters- I was an only child with an unwell mother so i rarely played with others. Both parents were teachers - dad a high school maths teacher, mum a work from home piano teacher. So other kids mostly got my parents attention. I learnt that reading was my safe quiet, not bothering others, escape. I also have writer's block and no confidence in myself

[@max-lightmode6409]

Perfect, Ali you know everyone goes on rants how much they do but at the end of the day it has to be sustainable to be a constant improvement for life, thanks for your work. How about you make a video (or something else) about your way of creating the sustainability in the modern day other than your book of course,

[@imo_in_my_opinion]

Can't wait to read the book

[@EnglishBros]

This video struck a chord! Like you, I used to struggle with productivity, but your tips have been game-changers. Dropshipping is my current focus, and the flexibility it offers aligns perfectly with my newfound hustle.

[@ProfUdoEzeudo]

You're an inspiration dear Dr. Ali Abdaal 🙏❤️ From glory to glory. 💕🙏 ® UDO 🌍

[@alihajizadeh7749]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉Congratulations! 🎉🎉❤❤

[@Julia-yq5sf]

Can't wait to receive the book. When will we receive the email to join the live?😃

[@gracan.4193]

Nice choice this interview format, you spoke less fast than usual, at least for me it helps 😊 All success for your book🎉

[@archiebeee]

Hope you guys be productive this 2024! I wish you (and me) all the grit to never give up. Good luck!

[@iamtompte]

Productivity is key to success

[@aleg9281]

Ali, congratulations! I am super excited to read this. However, I am figuring out if I should buy the Kindle or physical book version. Does your book have sections that you can fill out? If so, I will get the physical one since I don't have a Kindle Scribe. TYIA!

[@bartoszroszak4672]

This Podcast changed my life. ❤

[@AstroViral]

Love the idea that you reversed seats!

[@emmanuelplockey2624]

It is interesting how Mark Rober speaks about the same theme in his famous TED Talk and calls it "The Super Mario Effect". Great minds do think alike.

[@tspirate]

Thank you

[@emmamackt]

I'm excited for the book! I'm intrigued to see if you're discussing neurodiversity, adhd, autism etc.

[@danaj.4609]

love the crossover episode

[@ailove313]

I think I need this.

[@GPS_Limitless]

It’s so weird seeing Ali speak on the other side but I like it lol

[@GadgetAddicted]

I pre-ordered the book but the link in the description just leads to the landing page for the book. Can you please update the link to the form where we can update our receipt? Excited to read the book!

[@imanibillahismail8526]

I'm addicted to this motivation plug

[@max-lightmode6409]

Will the preorder benefits also work for audible preorders?

[@Lutfur999]

I work as a cleaner & I don’t really enjoy but I have no options at the moment waiting & looking for way out of it😊

[@melusine826]

"Negative" emotions are just as valuable- in fact maybe more so

[@gregmoore2875]

“Secrets of the Millionaire Mind” outside of the Bible is the greatest book I’ve EVER READ! The ending of the book is watch changed so much‼️

[@user-os4jo4ku1l]

I have a question here. I love to do something, but when it becomes a daily routine with dead line, it is creating stress in me.. like i love to code, or video edit, or cook... but when i complete one.. the other is in line with a deadline. how will you tackle this?

[@zongmuas]

The Batman technique is something I do fairly often (I didn't know it was called that but that's amazing). The issue I find with that is I feel like I'm lying to people, in a way. Like, I'm not being my true self and that makes me feel guilty for lying to people about who I am. For the most part, it works, but then there are times when I just feel like a fraud.

[@ZHcrochet]

Its expensive shipping from amazon to Jordan .. is there another way to get your book ... I really want to read it 😢

[@BusinessAuthorAcademy]

Never judge your first draft, but get an editor... So true.

[@melusine826]

Wont use amazon .... tbc if can find an alternative

[@TheOrignalTRockz]

5:28 you can literally see how he is practically speaking on autopilot while realizing and simultaneously thinking how he is fascinated by her and whether he could really be attracted to her 😄

[@praveenprincemech]

Hi ali, i finding difficult to register for the online workshop in the website. I pre-ordered the book on August 2023 and recieved the book on 3rd Jan. Can u help me on this 🙏

[@ningzenbee]

I pre-ordered the book but can’t find where to upload the receipt of it on Ali’s website to participate the event. Does anyone know?

[@Sassy-Sam]

I’ve just checked and the link is also in the description of this video

[@Amitkumar-9906]

Love you from 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳

[@yulisetiyaningsih701]

Good ❤

[@sevcanozturk]

The thing Julie mentions at 12:15 on every children's need to feel safe, do you think it is also a rule for the children of P*lest*ne, Ali? Or is it only for "ordinary" children? I just cannot stop myself thinking about this every time I hear the word "children".

[@juveriyahayath3046]

Listen to him @0.75 speed ..youll get his point

[@NasPNPL-ytb]

"Inilah Contoh Orang Yang Tulang Rusuknya Patah Lalu diganti dengan pipa air rucika Sehingga Tololnya Terus Mengalir Sampai jauh,, Trima Kasih sudah membaca ini dalam hati,, walaupun hatimu bukan untukku... Tetaplah tersenyum walaupun gigimu kuning.

[@habibmohammed2779]

1:47 I ordered the kindle book, how to join this? I dont see a seat number !

[@fathinuur4639]

Is this online event?

[@Sassy-Sam]

Link is in description. Details are on the “feelgoodproductivity” link in the description of this video.

[@akshaysurendran3827]

@27:27

[@vpnconsult]

Her eyes! ❤ 👁️👁️

[@sintech14]

She's gorgeous

[@cherrycoke3254]

If I buy before the 30th how do I join the class?

[@Sassy-Sam]

Link is in description. Details are on the “feelgoodproductivity” link in the description of this video.

[@mhd_lams]

How is productivity related to discipline

[@HKAMILAH]

Because even if you're not feeling motivated to be productive, discipline will take over and force you to do whatever you are procrastinating.

[@mizaelflores2360]

I think we've reached peak "mmmmm" podcaster "input"

[@lanceharvie6933]

Ali I'm puzzled I see you are wearing an iwatch and band fitness tracker - being that productivity is your core thing why would you want to charge two devices and look at two sets of data when one would do?

[@figurehorizon520]

❤

[@Serrandipity]

Damn Ali ily and the team but this episode gave me epilepsy in the first few minutes

[@GarryBurgess]

She has nice hair!

[@user-tc7fb2pb6j]

Honest way make money you can't be rich in the life unless you do wrong things yes for example many people choose be gangs road because they know honest way they only get fuck all in the end

[@matthewgriffy]

Hey Ali, will we ever see Dr Jordan Peterson on the podcast? :)

[@Shoppingzonei]

Dear Ali Abdaal I'm a huge fan of your content and have been inspired by your videos. I have a proposal that I believe could be mutually beneficial. I'd like to dub your videos into another language and upload them to reach a wider audience. I'm willing to take care of all the work involved, including translation and dubbing. In return, I'm suggesting a 50:50 revenue share for our collaboration. This partnership could potentially open up new horizons for your content and help it resonate with a global audience. I'm confident that together, we can achieve great results. If this idea intrigues you, please let me know, and we can discuss the details further. I'm excited about the prospect of working together and amplifying the reach of your fantastic videos. Looking forward to your response. Best regards, [Shubh Chaurasia]

[@magyger265]

Do people actually still gain real success from book writting 😊

[@Muhluri]

15:24 have you been watching leftist video essays lately 😂

[@PashaSolutions]

Why i feels like this women like ali?? She is smiling all the time :/

[@rwellz8067]

❤she looks better then you

[@melusine826]

Was enjoying this till the kajabi ad, capitalism ruins so much

[@tityli]

❤❤

[@crossbreeding8]

Ali is almost perfect. Its just his body language that annoys me. His bodylanguage is kinda gay

[@aravjee8982]

tf?