Before Breakfast

Don't sweat the seconds

Oct 3, 2024
Explore the importance of appreciating the journey rather than stressing over efficiency. Discover that optimizing every task isn't necessary for happiness. Personal stories reveal how prioritizing meaningful moments can lead to a more fulfilling life. Embrace the bigger picture and learn to let go of the pressure to constantly be productive.
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ADVICE

Don't Sweat the Small Stuff

  • Focus on making good choices about how you spend your hours.
  • Don't worry about optimizing every single task if you're generally happy with your current methods.
ANECDOTE

No Template for Scripts

  • Laura Vanderkam intentionally doesn't use a template for her podcast scripts, even though it might be slightly faster.
  • She finds that typing the opening and closing lines helps her get into the right mindset.
ANECDOTE

Manual Time Tracking

  • Laura Vanderkam emails herself time-tracking data instead of using a more efficient app.
  • She's content with this method, despite knowing there are faster ways.
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