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How to Use Your Time Well | Oliver Burkeman

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Oct 10, 2024
Join Oliver Burkeman, a renowned author known for "Meditations for Mortals" and "4000 Weeks," as he unveils a refreshing outlook on time and productivity. He discusses the power of accepting human limitations to enhance presence in daily life. Burkeman shares tips on embracing interruptions as opportunities, reframing challenges as growth experiences, and making intentional micro-decisions. You'll be inspired to rethink how you engage with the present and find liberation in the acceptance of your finite existence.
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INSIGHT

Embrace the Hopelessness of "Sorted Outness"

  • You will never feel fully on top of things or like you know everything.
  • Accepting this "defeat" is liberating, allowing focus on what truly matters.
INSIGHT

Kayaks vs. Superyachts

  • Being human is like navigating a kayak on a rapid river – vulnerable yet alive.
  • We crave the control of a superyacht, but true life is embracing the kayak's vulnerability.
ADVICE

Let the Future Be the Future

  • Stop worrying about the future; you'll have the resources to handle it when it arrives.
  • Focus on present actions, trusting your ability to navigate future challenges.
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