The Dark Side of Productivity and Why It’s Dangerous | Oliver Burkeman
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My guest for today is Oliver Burkeman, author of Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals and Meditations for Mortals. We look into the paradox of productivity, exploring why our relentless pursuit of doing more doesn't necessarily lead to a happier or more fulfilling life. Oliver shares insights on how letting go of the impossible quest to "get it all done" can open the door to genuine fulfilment and peace of mind.
By embracing self-compassion and seeing imperfection as a strength, we uncover how personally redefining success can transform our approach to life. Oliver offers practical strategies to help us shift our focus from constant busyness to making more meaningful choices with our finite time.
Oliver Burkeman’s Website: https://www.oliverburkeman.com/
Books:
https://www.oliverburkeman.com/meditationsformortals https://www.oliverburkeman.com/fourthousandweeks
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Timecodes:
00:00 Introduction: Boosting Productivity and Happiness
00:49 The Productivity vs. Happiness Paradox Explained
07:26 The Power of the "Done List" for Work-Life Balance
09:53 Maximizing Limited Time for Meaningful Work
21:02 Aligning with Purpose: Living Authentically
28:19 Overcoming Insecure Overachievement and Embracing Imperfection
34:04 Self-Compassion vs. Self-Esteem: Understanding the Difference
41:38 Embracing Vulnerability: The Art of Letting Go
50:11 Morning Pages and Journaling for Success
55:13 Living Well: The Importance of Being Present
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