Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition Why Productivity Will Never Make You Feel Fulfilled | Oliver Burkman | Be Well Moments
Nov 7, 2025
Oliver Burkman, a writer and commentator on productivity and wellbeing, dives into the delicate dance between planning and spontaneity. He emphasizes that every moment is a choice, urging listeners to embrace both structures while remaining present. Burkman highlights how our busyness can hinder genuine connections and self-compassion, and warns that efficiency gains may simply lead to more work. He advocates for setting boundaries and recognizing when to stop, championing intentional living over the constant pursuit of productivity.
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Every Moment Is A Choice
- Every moment you act, you are choosing whether to follow a prior plan or to do something different.
- Recognising this makes it easier to know when to stick to a plan and when to pivot.
Choose To Implement Plans Consciously
- Treat your plan as something you consciously choose to implement each moment rather than a binding fate.
- Make the wisest decision in the next moment by weighing consequences and intentions.
Spontaneity Is The Default
- The freedom we fear losing by scheduling is already present because life is inherently spontaneous.
- Serendipity is the default state, not an occasional exception.