S1E10 Filter Your Feed
Summary
Amber and Ryan Hoover explore the importance of taking control of our attention spans and consumption habits. They discuss the Hard Ready nutrition program, emphasizing a unique approach to building sustainable eating habits through addition rather than subtraction.
The conversation transitions into the concept of an 'Attention Diet,' where they draw parallels between food consumption and media consumption, advocating for mindful choices that enhance well-being. They highlight the significance of establishing positive habits, controlling responses to external stimuli, and making intentional choices in both nutrition and media consumption to foster personal growth and productivity.
Takeaways
The Hard Ready® program focuses on addition rather than subtraction in nutrition.
Journaling consumption habits is crucial for awareness.
Building sustainable habits takes time and effort.
An 'Attention Diet' can help manage media consumption.
Starting and ending the day with positive content is beneficial.
Controlling notifications can reduce distractions.
Intentional choices lead to better emotional responses.
Mindfulness in consumption affects overall well-being.
The importance of tracking habits to understand progress.
Personal growth is a continuous journey of self-awareness.
Resources
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Books Referenced
Links for More Information
https://hbr.org/2018/03/to-control-your-life-control-what-you-pay-attention-to#
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mind-body-food/202008/why-do-most-diets-fail-in-the-long-run
Resisting temptation: Effects of exposure to a forbidden food on eating behaviour: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18342989/
Chapters
01:04 The Hard Ready Nutrition Program
19:25 The Attention Diet: Consuming Wisely
27:40 Mastering Internal Triggers and Intentionality
29:19 The Cost of Multitasking
32:04 Distractions in Modern Communication
35:02 Controlling Notifications for Better Focus
36:56 The 80/20 Rule in Productivity
39:34 Choosing the Hard Path for Long-Term Benefits
41:10 The Unknown Effects of Media Consumption
44:16 The Power of Attention and Intent
46:08 Managing Emotional Responses
50:26 Cognitive Distortions and Communication
53:47 The Dual Nature of Social Media Consumption
55:46 Taking Control of Your Day