Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World
by Cal Newport
Cal Newport argues that sustained, distraction-free concentration is both increasingly rare and increasingly valuable, then sets out four disciplines for protecting it: choosing a deep-work philosophy, embracing boredom, quitting social media, and draining shallow obligations.
More resources on Focus & Deep Work
Deep Work
Cal Newport's book defining deep work as distraction-free concentration on cognitively demanding tasks and arguing it is increasingly valuable. Sets out four rules: work deeply, embrace boredom, quit social media, drain the shallows, with practical scheduling strategies readers can apply to protect focused time.
Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR): A Science Supported Tool for De-Stress and Relaxation
A short guided Non-Sleep Deep Rest session narrated by Andrew Huberman on the Madefor channel: slow breathing and a body scan, used after poor sleep or a long block of focused work to restore calm and alertness.
Farnam Street
Shane Parrish's archive of Farnam Street essays filed under deep work. The collection covers attention management, decision-making and mental models, and helps readers see how sustained concentration connects to better thinking rather than to raw output.
Focusmate
A scheduling service that pairs you with another person for a silent 25, 50 or 75 minute video work session. Users state a goal, work alongside a stranger, and report back, which reduces procrastination through accountability.
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
Cal Newport is a computer science professor and a New York Times bestselling author who writes about the impact of technology on society, and the struggle to work and live deeply in a world increasingly mired in digital distractions. On this podcast, he answers questions from his readers and offers advice about cultivating focus, productivity, and meaning amidst the noise that pervades our lives.
calnewport.com
CalNewport.com is the personal site of author Cal Newport, focused on deep work, focused productivity, and digital minimalism. It offers blog posts, resources, and insights related to his books, plus information about talks and newsletters.