

Taking back control of your time
Jul 9, 2022
Organisational psychologist Dr Amantha Imber discusses practical methods for managing distractions and overwhelm, including the benefits of focusing on systems over goals. The podcast also explores the negative impact of smartphones on sleep, social interactions, and productivity, while offering strategies to reduce phone usage and overcome procrastination.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 1min
The Power of Systems Over Goals
01:28 • 7min
Underestimating Time and Behavioral Architecture for Phone Usage
08:56 • 3min
The Impact of Smartphones on Sleep and Social Interactions
11:50 • 2min
The Intrusive Presence of Smartphones and Using Stopping Queues to Control Usage
13:37 • 2min
Overcoming Procrastination and Starting Tasks
16:04 • 13min