Why you can’t ‘hack’ your way to productivity, with Oliver Burkeman
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Redefining Productivity: Embracing Limitations
This chapter explores the author's journey with their bestseller, '4,000 Weeks', and the impetus for their follow-up book, 'Meditations for Mortals', which advocates for embracing our limitations. It critiques traditional productivity methods that often lead to stress and dissatisfaction, suggesting a shift towards a more meaningful engagement with life. By discussing the balance between ambition and our inherent human constraints, the chapter encourages readers to focus on personal growth and meaningful choices rather than relentless optimization.
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