In this 5 questions episode, we talk about when to quit a job, how to develop mental resilience, how to disconnect from constant computer use, and more.

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Things mentioned in this episode:

Thomas’ Productivity course on Skillshare

The Ultimate Guide To Building A Personal Website

Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead

Habitica (iOS | Android)

Productivity Lessons from Video Game Design (Ep. 265)

Meetup (iOS | Android)

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Timestamps:

0:03:07 - Starting a personal website

0:08:33 - Developing mental toughness

0:22:08 - Sponsor: Skillshare (Learning new skills)

0:24:15 - Sponsor: Brilliant (Learning problem-solving skills)

0:26:40 - Disconnecting from the virtual world

0:34:43 - Knowing when to quit a job

0:43:07 - Preparing for an oral exam

0:47:36 - Conclusion

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