## The before [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=0s) - A person felt unfulfilled as they were not building any specific skills and their projects would crumble after completion, leading to a decision to change this pattern three years ago [(00:00:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=5s). - At that time, the individual felt drained, like they were wasting time, and their work wasn't amounting to anything, causing them to drift apart from close friends who no longer shared similar interests [(00:00:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=14s). - The person tried various habits during a pause, and three of them effectively addressed their problems, proving easy to implement and effortless to apply over the past three years [(00:00:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=32s). - The individual now wants to share the three life-changing habits with others, starting with the first one [(00:00:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=42s). ## 1 How to build input-output loops [(00:00:44)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=44s) - Building input-output loops involves creating a continuous cycle of learning and improvement, where inputs feed directly into outputs, and outputs lead to seeking more inputs, allowing for spiraling growth and learning [(00:00:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=45s). - This approach can be applied to various aspects of life, including work, where it can help build specific skills and create unique contributions, rather than just completing tasks [(00:00:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=51s). - An example of building an input-output loop is learning about the latest [[YouTube]] algorithm changes, running workshops for big YouTube channels, and then seeking more input from these channels to gain unique insights and improve future outputs [(00:01:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=86s). - This approach can also be applied to consuming content, where creating an output, such as writing or creating videos, can help cement learning and create a virtuous cycle of improvement [(00:03:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=197s). - By putting out content and engaging with others, individuals can gain more input, improve their outputs, and create a competitive advantage through information asymmetry [(00:03:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=225s). - Building input-output loops can lead to building a reputation for having unique insights and creating a huge competitive advantage in an information-driven world [(00:03:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=181s). - This approach can be applied to anyone, regardless of their job or circumstances, and can help individuals get ahead of their peers and achieve personal and professional growth [(00:03:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=193s). ## 2 How to have better conversations [(00:04:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=245s) - A realization about the need to change conversation habits came about when a close childhood friend kept cutting off conversations, specifically when discussing a favorite book by author [[Alain de Botton | Alan de Botton]], which led to the understanding that even close friends may not be interested in everything and that it's not their responsibility to listen to rambling conversations [(00:04:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=246s). - To change conversation habits, the first step taken was finding a group of people who share similar interests, such as philosophy, frameworks, and [[Book discussion club | book discussions]], which was achieved by joining a writing course and meeting like-minded individuals [(00:05:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=312s). - The second step was refining ideas and learning to effectively communicate them, much like a comedian tweaks a joke based on audience reaction, which was practiced through writing, Da Vinci cafes, and other conversations [(00:06:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=371s). - The third step involved creating opportunities for meaningful conversations, such as running courses on framework thinking and starting a Cafe Da Vinci with a friend, which allowed for discussions at the intersection of ideas and associative thinking [(00:05:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=347s). - The importance of refining ideas was further emphasized by the example of explaining the concept of cliches, which initially didn't land well but was later rephrased and made more engaging [(00:06:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=405s). - The goal of refining ideas is to evoke emotions and make conversations more enjoyable, which can be achieved by finding the best way to describe an idea and making adjustments based on feedback [(00:06:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=388s). - Refining ideas and giving oneself permission to discuss them in different ways can improve the quality of conversations and help notice more details in life, such as appreciating the complexity of a sunset beyond the cliché of it being "on fire" [(00:07:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=458s). - Engaging in "selfish conversations" with people smarter than oneself, often through reading their books and asking questions in the margins, can lead to a deeper understanding of topics and help curate one's information diet [(00:08:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=481s). - Having conversations with books can help people discover their interests and purposes in life, and eventually lead to creating one's own ideas and perspectives through a process of learning from masters, breaking their mold, and creating something new [(00:09:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=542s). - Applying the knowledge gained from reading to real-life conversations, such as by cold emailing or connecting with people on [[LinkedIn]], can help build a base of knowledge and facilitate associative thinking by connecting ideas from different fields [(00:09:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=567s). - Practicing the habit of having better conversations can enrich both social interactions and personal satisfaction, leading to a sense of fulfillment and growth [(00:10:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=613s). ## 3 using Andrew Huberman's no caffeine morning routine [(00:10:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=624s) - A habit being kept is not consuming caffeine for the first hour after waking up, a routine also recommended by [[Andrew Huberman]], which involves starting the morning with sunlight and delaying caffeine intake for an hour to achieve a clearer head [(00:10:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=628s). - This habit was initially adopted by accident due to a move and not having access to an espresso machine, which previously took 10 minutes to prepare and was combined with a morning yoga routine [(00:10:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=642s). - The combination of not consuming caffeine in the morning and practicing yoga resulted in feeling more productive, healthy, and energized to start the day and tackle tasks [(00:10:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY&t=653s). ## Sources - [website](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnSCCd88YY)