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Oliver Burkeman on Time Management for Mortals

Dec 3, 2021
Oliver Burkeman, a British journalist and author of "Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals," joins to explore profound concepts around time management. He emphasizes our finite existence, urging listeners to accept life’s limits and live fully in the present. The discussion tackles the misconception of meaningful versus extraordinary moments, advocating for appreciating everyday experiences. Burkeman also introduces 'cosmic insignificance therapy' to help redefine what truly matters, prompting a shift in how we prioritize our time and choices.
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Finite Time and Productivity

  • We often avoid confronting the implications of finite time.
  • Productivity advice can fuel the fantasy of limitlessness, hindering real choices.
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Being Time vs. Having Time

  • We often treat time as something we have, like money, to be spent.
  • This leads to future-focused living, neglecting present value.
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Embracing Finitude

  • Accepting our finite nature, around 4,000 weeks, allows us to live more presently.
  • It helps us abandon the illusion of control over time.
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