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  • Detach from Computer for Deep Work

    Detach from Computer for Deep Work

    Life away from Computer is where Deep Work starts

    As mentioned by Cal Newport in his book, deep work is becoming increasingly valuable in the new economy. For me life without computer helps me detach from computer for deep work.

    In his hypothesis, Cal Newport says that all of those who inculcate the ability to work for extended period of time with intense focus will become valuable by the day in this new economy.

    This needs a life without social media and use of any form of electronic gadget that takes away our focus from things that matter. The below interesting insight inspired from the same book of Cal Newport elaborates on the same.

    Detach from computer for deep work

    For another interesting insight from the same book, please visit:

    https://viewpointsunplugged.com/avoid-social-media-overuse-why/

    To know more about Cal Newport and his work please visit:

    https://calnewport.com

  • The Art of Mindfulness

    The Art of Mindfulness

    Daily writing prompt
    Your life without a computer: what does it look like?

    When I am without a computer, I practice the art of mindfulness. Mindfulness is indeed a habit that helps me focus and improve concentration levels.

    As David Rock mentions in his book Your Brain at Work, Mindfulness is the director of the brain and helps us maintain our focus.

    Research has proven that being mindful has lot of benefits, the primary of which is that it helps to relieve unnecessary stress by being present. Hence you need to inculcate the art of mindfulness.

    Read this wonderful insight on mindfulness, inspired from Your Brain at Work.

    https://viewpointsunplugged.com/practice-mindfulness-for-better-problem-solving/