@@SiddhiSawant-pf9rr are you having trouble agreeing with the points the author is making? i'd suggest writing down questions you have as you go along. you can find answers to your questions after you finish.
I am currently reading Atomic Habits and it already made an impact because I never thought about habits from that kind of perspective and I’m not even 30% in. I’m currently building two habits (that I started before the book); daily yoga and meditation and so far I’ve been consistent with yoga for 25 days straight..not a lot but it’s my biggest day-to-day streak. I’m a big reader so thank you for these recommendations.
I love how focus you are and you look at peace. I have toxic roommates and I noticed that I study and focus better when they are not home. I am constantly being judge, so I feel like I can't reach my full potential being surrounded by negative people.
For me can't hurt me was an absolutely amazing book. it gives me the courage to push myself for studying more than I can do and I really liked every challenge of the book. currently, I started reading atomic habits.
Atomic habits is definitely a must read im currently 100 pages in and I found that my productivity improved a lot. It definitely helped me have a clearer vision of how I wanted my life to be like. After I finish this book I'm reading Deep Work. Plus I'm not even a reader and now im starting to get into the habit of reading because of Atomic Habits lol. Good luck to everyone's journey I know you can do it!
Honestly I never was one to put on a video while studying used to find it useless and distracting but your streams changed the game for me they rly are a great support for me when I'm studying just love the whole vibe of your streams and seeing you work hard inspires me a lot more to keep going I just started college tho so idk what I'll do once you graduate lmao of course I'll do what I gotta do but you are a great companion to study with virtually
I have read the Goggins book, got some important parts from atomic habits and read the Steven Pressfield books (war of art, do the work) but I still struggle with focus and getting my ass up. Say, I know all the concepts and how to beat procrastination but I don´t do anything against it. It´s like I´m always falling back in old patterns (procrastination). Hope you all having a good day. Thanks
@@gabrielmza7390 Hey thanks for your message. It´s been a while since I postet that comment. For three weeks now, I get up at 05:30 in the morning, write three pages of random thoughts and go for a walk with my flatemate. Thats a good start for the day and I really start to enjoy it. Still not easy to focus all day but I also learned I can to things in the morning and be more chilled the rest of the day. I think a big part is (beneath knowing all the strategies and tricks) to always notice when you´re falling out of your routines and to notice it earlier every time :) It´s not about changing yourself in two days... it´s always a little bit of work to be aware of that. every day. Little notes and reminders on your desk can help :) So that´s enough from me. Greetings from nuremberg, GER
the fun thing about Goggins is that the hardest part of his development was studying, not the physical challenges he overcame but most people focus on the beast of human he became but the grind that went thought studying he says was the hardest part for him
i can't thank you enough james for sharing your insights! idk why you're too helpful to random students . You are my best inspiration and I hope you continue your journey im rooting for you!! 😁
I'm reading can't hurt me rn and honestly it's prob the best book I have ever read, it's like a reality smack and motivation at the same time david goggings doesn't do sweet talk, he cuts right to the case
Can't Hurt Me was an amazing read, I read it right after reading Black Boy by Richard Wright, and man I started looking at my life differently, and how your circumstances aren't the end all be all. They really stuck with me.
I tried to get Atomic Habits from my library the other day...and found out that there’s 300+ holds on it😅😅😅guess I might have to buy it, where did you get your copy James?
@@sawan3087 cool, thanks!!! There’s def be a lot less holds on the audio copy if people knew this life hack haha. But I would still like to get my hands on a physical copy if I could😌
I read all 3, agree with you..atomic habit & deep work are life-changing! Fun Fact, I stumbled upon your channel while searching for Cal Newport's Deep Work lectures.
I'm no longer in school, but I am finding difficulty in staying focused and progressing in my career (which may be due to working from home as opposed to being in the office). Really appreciate your videos and advice.
I Just finished reading Atomic Habits… I recommend it to everyone that is reading this .It changed the way I see habits. Thank you very much for recommending it in this video James!!!
I make notes after I read books for all the books bt really deep work is such a book I am considering reading it again (I am someone who would advise u to just make notes and never go back to the book cz u can just revisit the notes since it is a waste of time but this book is a diamond! ) can't hurt me is a book I am gonna gift to my best find on the Christmas! if someone had given it to me istg it would have been the best gift ever! so yeah Thanks, James really changed my life in a good way!
Thank you James, because of you I have been able to focus better on my online studies in the midst of my noisy family. I just plug in my earbuds, listen to your rain, and GO.🤩You’re a game-changer! (Also, thank you Mika for your entertainment lol)
Hi James! After listening your reviews, I imagine you've been through a lot... You are very strong, you are awesome! I apologize for my English! Have a nice day!🤗
Atomic Habits changed my life :') actually even before this book came out, ive been reading his newsletter since he started his blog and been his biggest student since. i wish he'd compile his old articles and make it a book :)
These books you've shared have really helped me change and I recommend two others that will last you a lifetime- 1. Timeless Secrets of Health and Rejuvenation, by Andreas Moritz 2. Blink, The power of thinking without thinking, by Malcom Gladwell.
I have read physical copy and listening to Deep Work on audible few times end to end to reinforce the knowledge and I stumbled on your study with me stream by accident. every time i was listening to deep work i could totally relate to your 12 hr streams and your love of retro tech. it makes total sense. PS i didnt knew that you had an alternate channel and already had read deep work and atomic habits two of my favorites.
I've been listening to Deep Work as an audiobook and I'm about 1.5 hrs away from finishing it. I really enjoyed it and it definitely gives me a surge of motivation! Thanks for sharing James, until the next stream
I was listening to a podcast that said, “it’s important to live life by design rather than emotion. Basically, sticking to a routine is what allows us to be the healthiest version of ourselves (especially when you're fighting these demons ex. OCD for me). I’ve had to overhaul how I approach studying, working out and taking care of my brain (journaling) by practising mediocre consistency. Now I try to put in consistent 50-60% effort into my studying, exercise and journaling habit - to make sure I do it I began recording it and posting it on YT. Because historically I have a habit of going too hard, not being able to sustain the Herculean effort, giving up and hating myself. So now I’m trying to give a small, consistent mediocre effort everyday. And its crazy how it adds up.
I agree, how are you doing.? Are you finding it easier over time? I only recently started to focus on routines and habits, it is the answer but not always easy.
Today I'm getting the audible free trial for the first time to listen to something new other than motivational life stories in the background of my workflow. One day of listening to these videos straight makes me question the intelligence I had prior to today, and now I've been studying 8 hours for today, which is the first day I'm using to attempt and reach 13 hours and beat you at studying. (After I'm done with 13 hours, I'll try and go for 15 hours to beat my mum's workflow). Edit: Also, the reason why I'm getting these books instead of listening to these videos in the background is that everything has become common sense to me after a whole day of listening to it, and my identity has taken a complete 180!! So I'm trying to see what the limit is to my philosophy, THANK YOU FOR THE RECOMMENDATIONS!!
Ty for sharing! Currently reading Atomic Habits and it feels like I'm reading some crucial life-changing info, I guess I just gotta apply it now lolol Once I finish this, I'll def pick up Deep Work, it rly sounds interesting
Great picks, I read and enjoyed these books as well. A few additional recommendations: Elon Musk by Ashlee Vance, The Obstacle is the Way + Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday, Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow, 12 Rules for Life by Jordan Peterson
I really like the way he is giving his opinion on the books... Very clear.. Very apt. I really like his personality... Long way to go james( cuz I really think u'll go far) .. 🔥personality .. Well done man!
Starting to read Atomic Habits today, credits for you, J! Let's see if I'm able to finish and absorve the lessons. I'll be back here to tell what I thought, soon as I finish the reading
Helo man im from Romania i don't understand very good english but you change my life.... thanks for this and i want to please make some video with Romanian Subtitle please . Thanks for all
