How I Work Feel like you’re always behind? Chris Guillebeau has a fix for your time anxiety (Part 1)
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May 28, 2025 
Chris Guillebeau, a New York Times bestselling author, explores the pervasive issue of time anxiety that many face. He discusses the emotional burdens of unread emails and the pressure to leave a legacy. Chris reveals his innovative weekly 'time decluttering' ritual and why merely prioritizing better is flawed advice. He also shares a bold email management strategy that can disrupt traditional norms and emphasizes the transformative power of leaving a buffer time between commitments for a more balanced life.
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Understanding Time Anxiety
- Time anxiety is the fear of running out of time combined with uncertainty about how to spend it.
- It manifests as a vague sense of something important being left undone or missed.
Chris's Personal Time Anxiety
- Chris felt time anxiety as a constant sense of discontent and regret over missed opportunities.
- He described it as feeling there's something he should be doing but not knowing what it is.
Practice Time Decluttering
- Regularly scan your calendar and remove at least two unnecessary activities to declutter your time.
- Treat your time like your space: tidy it by canceling commitments that don’t bring value or excitement.
