Oct. 18, 2024

Psychology of Intentional Productivity - A Cure for Creative Constipation, Unfinished Side-Projects & Burnout

Psychology of Intentional Productivity - A Cure for Creative Constipation, Unfinished Side-Projects & Burnout

Unconventional Strategies to finish important things and ease the overwhelm in your life

Unconventional Strategies to finish important things and ease the overwhelm in your life.


You might have a burning pile of unfinished side projects. For some reason reading another book on productivity doesn't solve the problem.


This episode covers uncommon ideas that actually work even for people with ADHD. This episode will help you:

  • Let go of baggage - cut the things slowing you down
  • Stop fighting - Work with your energy and interests instead of against yourself
  • Identify blockers - stop your projects getting sidetracked
  • Value your time - spend energy where it means the most
  • Overcome perfection - turn ideas into stepping stones


From handling creative constipation to finding your calling, understanding the psychology of intentional productivity will provide a kinder way to look at your goals and task list and get your ducks in a row.



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Growth Mindset Psychology:

Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.



Chapters:

00:00 The Junkyard of Unfinished Projects

02:10 The Myth of Finishing Everything

03:02 The Power of Abandoning Unrewarding Tasks

04:30 Start more of What you Finish

05:51 The 80/20 Rule in Practice

08:22 Identifying and Overcoming Blockers

08:58 The Danger of Perfectionism

11:04 Absolute No Go's - The blockers you can't beat

14:06 When to use Delegation and Collaboration

14:27 The Pitfalls of Incomplete Processes

16:44 Growth Mindset and Leaning into Strengths

17:14 Identifying and Delegating Blockers

18:18 Valuing Your Time

20:12 The Paradox of Finishing Unwanted Tasks

21:35 Framework for Achieving Goals

23:33 The Power of Imperfect Action

26:25 Unblock Creative Constipation

30:05 Questions to Ponder and Final Thoughts

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