Feel-Good Productivity: How to Do More of What Matters to You

Why working harder isn’t the answer to getting more done

Ali Abdaal

2023

8 Key Insights

About This Book

Imagine powering through your to-do list with energy and enjoyment instead of dread. Feel-Good Productivity shows you how to transform the way you work by tapping into the science of positive emotion. You’ll discover surprising tricks—from turning your office chores into an adventure to using conscious confidence boosts and playful personas—that make even the most tedious tasks feel engaging. Learn how to reduce the fog of uncertainty, conquer crippling self-doubt, and conquer burnout before it starts. This isn’t another to-do list—it’s a revolutionary philosophy that replaces hustle with happiness so you can achieve more by feeling better.

About the Author

Ali Abdaal is a doctor-turned-entrepreneur who runs one of the world’s fastest-growing productivity YouTube channels and an online education company that helps hundreds of thousands of learners. A former Cambridge scholar and bestselling author, Ali blends rigorous medical training with a deep passion for psychology, neuroscience and self-experimentation. He’s shared cutting-edge strategies on BBC, Stanford Online, and at global conferences, all while coaching top tech CEOs, students, and creatives in how to achieve success without sacrifice. Ali lives in London with his wife and two rescue cats.

Biggest Takeaway

By applying the strategies in Feel-Good Productivity, you will: 1) Instantly boost your energy and creativity with practical play and mood hacks. 2) Overcome procrastination by eliminating hidden emotional roadblocks and creating clarity in every project. 3) Develop unshakeable confidence through simple mental switches and supportive social rituals. 4) Prevent burnout by learning when to say no, how to rest effectively, and how to invest your energy in what truly matters. 5) Craft a sustainable work–life balance that keeps you motivated and resilient for the long haul.