TED Talks Daily A simple strategy to reclaim your time | TEDx SHORTS
Jul 5, 2021
Ashley Whillans, a Harvard business professor, delves into the concept of 'time poverty' and its detrimental effect on happiness. She offers practical strategies to prioritize time over money, emphasizing the importance of effective time management to enhance well-being. Listeners discover how outsourcing disliked tasks can free up precious time, allowing for a more fulfilling life. Whillans highlights the need to cherish small moments of free time, advocating for a balanced approach to work and personal enjoyment.
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Time Poverty's Impact
- Over 80% of working Americans report feeling "time poor."
- This time poverty negatively impacts happiness, relationships, and health.
Prioritize Time
- Prioritize time over money, even if it means giving up some income.
- Take all paid vacation time; it's a gift of time, not something to be forfeited.
Outsource Dreaded Tasks
- Outsource disliked tasks, even small ones, to free up time for enjoyable activities.
- Spending a little money to outsource can boost happiness and reduce stress.