Walden
non-fiction work by Henry David Thoreau
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Videos Mentioning Walden
Full Length Episode | #183 | March 21, 2022 | Deep Questions Podcast with Cal Newport
Cal Newport
An influential book by Henry David Thoreau, discussed in the context of the high cost of acquiring a first edition.
Eliminate Distraction: How To Take Back Control Of Your Focus | Cal Newport
Cal Newport
Mentioned as a book Cal Newport has previously discussed in relation to cultivating a deep life.
Most Self-Help Advice Is Wrong - Here's The Fastest Way To Transform Your Life | Cal Newport
Cal Newport
An accessible primary source by Henry David Thoreau, making philosophical arguments about a life well-lived accessible to readers.
Sheldon Solomon: Death and Meaning | Lex Fridman Podcast #117
Lex Fridman
Henry David Thoreau's book, mentioned as having initially sold very few copies, illustrating that important works may not achieve immediate widespread recognition.
How to Enhance Focus and Improve Productivity | Dr. Cal Newport
Andrew Huberman
Henry David Thoreau's book that influenced Cal Newport's practice of 'thorough walks' for cognitive processing.
Lessons Learned Traveling The World | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A book by Henry David Thoreau, mentioned as one of the two books Ralph Potts took on his travels.
The Longevity Expert: Is There A Link Between Milk & Cancer? + Ozempic Can Really Mess You Up!
The Diary Of A CEO
A classic book by Henry David Thoreau about a man living simply in a cabin by Walden Pond, exploring nature, life, and philosophy, with embedded Eastern philosophy.
Rolf Potts Interview: Part 1 (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A book by Henry David Thoreau that Tim Ferriss took with him during his travels.
Kevin Kelly Interview: Part 1 (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Mentioned alongside 'Vagabonding' as a book Tim Ferriss took with him during his own two-year walkabout, likely influential in his approach to simple living and travel.
How To Build Lasting Happiness | Dr. Arthur Brooks
FoundMyFitness
A book by Henry David Thoreau discussing the beauty and importance of solitude.