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Cultivate deep work from "summary" of Think Like a Rocket Scientist by Ozan Varol
To achieve breakthroughs, you need to cultivate deep work. Not just any work, but deep work. This is the kind of work that requires intense focus and concentration. It's the work that pushes your cognitive abilities to their limits. In today's world full of distractions, cultivating deep work is becoming increasingly difficult. But it's also becoming increasingly important. Deep work is what sets you apart from the average thinker. It's what allows you to come up with truly innovative ideas and solutions. To cultivate deep work, you need to create an environment that fosters concentration. This means eliminating distractions and interruptions. It means carving out blocks of uninterrupted time to focus solely on the task at hand. It means training your mind to resist the urge to check your phone or email every few minutes. This kind of intense focus doesn't come naturally to most people. It requires discipline and practice. But...
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