Chris Guillebeau, author of 'Time Anxiety,' dives into the illusion of urgency that plagues modern life, revealing practical strategies to tackle time anxiety and prioritize joy. Meanwhile, Kent Dunlap, a biology professor, explores the neck's fascinating anatomy and its cultural significance, from adornment to communication. Together, they peel back layers on how societal pressures influence our perception of time and the overlooked importance of our necks, ultimately encouraging listeners to rethink productivity and embrace life's simple pleasures.
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Combat Time Anxiety with Awareness
Start by noticing how you spend your time without changing your routine.
Practice time decluttering by removing tasks and giving yourself more free time.
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Use a To-Dread List
Use a "to dread list" to track tasks you avoid but need to do.
Start those tasks by taking small steps like opening an email to feel relief.
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Claim Your Time Back
Chris Guillebeau leaves movie theaters or restaurants if he dislikes the movie or menu.
This claim of reclaiming time can feel strange but brings relief and pride.
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Time anxiety is that feeling of always feeling pressured because there isn’t enough time to get everything done and always worrying you are going to be late. But wait! What if everything didn’t really need to get done? What if this sense of urgency you have is an illusion? I want you to listen to Chris Giullibeau. He has taken a hard look at this strange way we view and manage our time and has some startling revelations that should make you feel a lot better. Chris is the author of the book Time Anxiety: The Illusion of Urgency and a Better Way to Live (https://amzn.to/4cqGBlC)
Your neck is a biological marvel. It is the tunnel that connects your head to your torso and what it does is rather amazing. The neck also has a lot of cultural significance from how we adorn the neck with jewelry, ties and collars to its role in sexual attraction. Here to discuss the amazing world of the neck – human and otherwise is Kent Dunlap. He is a professor of biology at Trinity College in Hartford, CT and he is author of the book, The Neck: A Natural and Cultural History (https://amzn.to/4lu0yw4).
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