Nir Eyal | How to Beat Distraction and Take Control of Your Life

How different would your life be if you were “indistractable”?Nir Eyal wrote the book on how tech companies get people Hooked. After years of teaching at Stanford, Eyal now reveals the Achilles’ heel of distraction in his new book, Indistractable. In Indistractable, Eyal shatters the conventional narrative that the problem is our gadgets. Rather, Eyal shows why distraction is a symptom of much deeper dysfunction. This episode is highly actionable and Nir provides amazing examples of how you can implement his methods into your life. We dive deep into how we can escape distraction, beat the urge to scroll, refresh and reply, and do more of the things we want to do.  In Episode 89, you will learn:00:00 Intro03:31 Distraction vs Traction11:59 How to get to the root of distraction15:59 Master your internal triggers 20:22 Can you really run out of willpower?26:23 Nir’s fascination with behavior 32:54 How to balance your time with time-boxing54:04 Nir’s personal system of using a to-do list55:24 The first step to becoming indistractable 58:12 Are you a Reactor or a Reflector1:03:34 What is next for Nir1:04:54 How to get in touch with NirResources/Links:Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your LifeHooked: How to Build Habit-Forming ProductsThe Most Important Skill of the Future is Being ‘Indistractable’Learn How To Avoid Distraction In A World That Is Full Of ItBe a Schedule Builder, Not a To-Do List MakerTimeboxing: The Most Powerful Time Management Technique You’re Probably Not UsingFree Schedule Maker***If you enjoy the show please subscribe and leave a short 17-second review on Apple Podcasts here. It means a lot to me and really supports the podcast.  Text me directly at: 619-825-2595Follow and chat with me on: Instagram FacebookTwitterFor show notes and more visit: armanassadi.com/podcastTo work with me: armanassadi.com/consulting