How to Age Up

How To Build a Happy Life: Spend Time on What You Value

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Oct 24, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Personal Time Crisis

  • Ashley Whillans' partner left her because she prioritized work over their relationship.
  • This personal experience, despite her research on time and happiness, prompted her to re-evaluate her own life.
INSIGHT

Busyness as Status

  • Busyness is often seen as a status symbol, especially in American culture.
  • This can lead to overwork and neglecting personal relationships, even if it doesn't align with one's values.
ADVICE

Setting Boundaries

  • Set boundaries around work, treating time as a scarce resource.
  • Implement small daily non-negotiables for personal happiness, like not working weekends or for the first hour of the morning.
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