Discover a refreshing approach to time management that prioritizes presence over productivity. The conversation centers on single-tasking and the art of showing up on time, emphasizing how structuring your day fosters commitment. Explore Zen teachings that guide intentional time use, creating lasting impact rather than just output. Personal stories reveal the benefits of mindful routines, helping you find clarity and purpose in daily life. Tune in for insights on transforming your relationship with time!
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Suzuki Roshi on Time
Leo Babauta recounts a story about Suzuki Roshi's anger at students' lateness.
This was seen as a compassionate lesson about honoring commitments.
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Babauta's Lateness
Babauta shares a personal experience of being habitually late to meetings with his teacher, Susan.
Susan taught him to move quickly without rushing and to value punctuality.
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Schedule and Commitments
Structure your day with a schedule and stick to commitments.
Communicate your schedule with others for shared accountability and rhythm.
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For many, time management is about squeezing in as much as possible, often leading to stress and burnout. But what if we could approach it as a practice of presence rather than productivity—one that aligns with our values and helps us create meaningful impact?
In this episode, we explore mindful time management, a Zen-inspired approach that focuses on creating impact rather than simply doing more. I discuss the power of single-tasking, the importance of showing up on time, and how structuring your day can help you stay committed and focused. Through personal stories and Zen teachings, I dive into how we can shift our relationship with time and learn to be fully present in our commitments.
Tune in to uncover how a mindful approach to time management can bring clarity, purpose, and a deeper sense of fulfillment to your daily life.
Topics Covered
The Zen approach to mindful time management.
How to honor commitments by showing up on time.
The importance of structure in creating mindfulness.
Techniques for staying present and focused.
The power of single-tasking over multitasking.
How routines can bring more purpose to our daily lives.
Lessons from Zen on managing time intentionally.
Using time to create meaningful impact, not just output.
Transcript
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