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RPS #68 — Via Negativa: Why It's Better to Remove than Add Things to Your Life

A lot of times we think that be more productive, we need to add things to our lives. Another habit, another app, a new routine, etc. But, actually, the very opposite is true. If you want to add to your productivity, the best place to start is by subtracting things from your life.

RPS #68 — Via Negativa: Why It's Better to Remove than Add Things to Your Life

A lot of times we think that be more productive, we need to add things to our lives. Another habit, another app, a new routine, etc. But, actually, the very opposite is true. If you want to add to your productivity, the best place to start is by subtracting things from your life.

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Show Notes:

  • 0:00 - Welcome
  • 2:10 - What is via negativa?
  • 9:04 - Why does via negativa work?
  • 15:19 - Is it biblical?
  • 19:33 - How to effectively employ via negativa in your life
  • 33:43 - Keep it simple & a challenge
  • 34:34 - Conclusion

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