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Prioritize deep work over shallow tasks from "summary" of Deep Work (Tamil) by Cal Newport

In our current age of constant distraction and busyness, it has become increasingly difficult to focus on deep, meaningful work. We are bombarded with shallow tasks that demand our attention, leaving little time for the type of concentrated effort required for truly impactful work. However, to truly excel in our endeavors, we must learn to prioritize deep work over these shallow tasks. Deep work refers to the type of focused, undistracted work that allows us to truly tap into our cognitive abilities and produce high-quality, valuable output. This type of work requires sustained attention and effort, often pushing us out of our comfort zones and challenging us to think deeply and creatively. In contrast, shallow tasks are typically easy, repetitive, and do not require much mental effort or concentration. By choosing to prioritize deep work over shallow tasks, we are making a conscious decision to invest our time and energy in activities that will truly move the needle in our professional and personal lives. This...
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    Deep Work (Tamil)

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