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Journalist Oliver Burkeman on Making the Most of the Time That We Have

The Daily Stoic

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Understanding Life in Weeks

This chapter examines the idea of measuring human life in approximately 4,000 weeks, challenging listeners to reconsider how they perceive time and mortality. It discusses the societal misconceptions around our lifespan and the philosophy of making meaningful choices within the limited time we have. The conversation also reflects on how the pandemic has reshaped our understanding of time, highlighting the need to prioritize what truly matters in life.

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