How to Handle that Ever-Growing To-do List, with Kessonga
Sep 26, 2023
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Kessonga, an expert in mindfulness and dealing with an ever-growing to-do list, discusses recovering from surgery, continuing practice during good days, and using mindfulness to cope with an overwhelming to-do list. The podcast also touches on sudden change, acceptance, finding new interests, prioritizing tasks, transitioning to freelancing, and being present.
Acceptance and reducing resistance to sudden changes in life can help cope with challenges and discover new passions.
By attaching meditation to existing habits and prioritizing self-care, maintaining a meditation routine during good times can enhance overall well-being.
Deep dives
Adapting to Sudden Change in Life
UV from Brisbane, Australia asks for advice on how to adapt to sudden changes in life and stay positive. The hosts discuss the challenges of dealing with physical injury and the loss of routine. They emphasize the importance of acceptance and reducing resistance to the situation. By focusing on the present moment and finding new activities or hobbies, UV can discover new passions and cope with the stress of the injury.
Meditating During Happy Times
Marie from the Czech Republic asks how to maintain a meditation routine during happy moments when she doesn't feel the need for it. The hosts share their own experiences with this challenge and advise Marie to be gentle with herself. They suggest reflecting on the reasons behind her meditation practice and viewing it as a way to enhance her overall well-being, even during good times. They also encourage Marie to attach meditation to existing habits and prioritize self-care.
Changing Relationship with To-Do Lists
Michael from Vancouver seeks advice on how to change his relationship with his overwhelming to-do list. The hosts discuss the stress and anxiety caused by lengthy to-do lists and offer strategies to address it. They recommend practicing non-striving and non-judgment, focusing on the present moment, and choosing one task at a time. By setting realistic goals, being gentle with oneself, and letting go of excessive pressure, Michael can shift his perspective and approach his tasks more effectively.
Kessonga and Robin answer questions about recovering from surgery, continuing your practice during the good days, and using mindfulness to deal with an ever-growing to-do-list.