Before Breakfast Combat time anxiety, with Chris Guillebeau
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Apr 16, 2025 
Chris Guillebeau, a renowned author and entrepreneur, dives deep into the pervasive issue of time anxiety. He shares his transformative journey from aid work in West Africa to becoming a successful author. The conversation uncovers practical strategies for managing time, including the innovative concept of a reverse bucket list that celebrates past achievements. Guillebeau emphasizes the importance of prioritizing meaningful activities and embracing mortality as a way to alleviate stress and enrich life.
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Understanding Time Anxiety
- Time anxiety involves feeling like there is not enough time to do what you want, causing overwhelm and stress.
- It has two types: existential fear of life running out and daily overwhelm with infinite choices and tasks.
Add Buffer to Combat Time Blindness
- To combat time blindness and chronic lateness, add 10 to 15 minutes of buffer time before appointments.
- Use the extra time productively, like reading a book, to reduce anxiety and feel more in control.
Manage Email Anxiety Proactively
- Practice inbox bankruptcy by clearing out old emails you can't handle now to relieve stress.
- Prioritize important relationships and do what you can instead of striving for inbox perfection.
