Squiggly Careers Spaciousness – How to manage your attention, not your time
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Jan 13, 2026 Explore the concept of spaciousness at work, focusing on attention rather than just managing time. Discover the four dimensions of spaciousness: physical, cognitive, emotional, and spiritual, and how they enhance our work environment. Learn about a practical 45-minute focus experiment to boost your attention span. The conversation delves into the common pitfalls of busyness, the influence of technology on our focus, and the importance of curiosity. Reflect on personal 'shoulds' and shift towards measuring learning over mere outcomes for a more meaningful approach.
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Attention Over Time
- Spaciousness is about managing attention, not time, focusing on presence rather than schedules.
- Sarah Ellis highlights that attention management changes how we experience work more than time tricks do.
Four Dimensions Of Spaciousness
- Spaciousness has four dimensions: physical, cognitive, emotional and spiritual.
- Helen Tupper explains you need to consider all four to bring spaciousness into work and life.
Use Tech To Reveal Attention
- Helen Tupper tried a Microsoft Copilot prompt to summarise time spent across projects and found it revealing.
- She suggests using tech data to reflect on whether your attention aligns with your priorities.
