Exploring our relationship with time, the podcast discusses the pressure to be productive, the slipperiness of time, and the rarity of disconnecting from technology. It also delves into the importance of patience in a fast-paced society and embracing the present moment.
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Embracing moments of idleness and non-productivity can lead to a greater appreciation of time and a more fulfilling experience of life.
Incorporating atelik activities can help shift the mindset from constant productivity to embracing the present moment and deriving meaning from the experience itself.
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The Pressure of Time in the Digital Age
In this episode, the hosts discuss how technology and a culture of productivity have changed our relationship with time. They explore how constant connectivity and the expectation of always being busy can make it difficult to tolerate wasting time. The podcast emphasizes the importance of being present in the moment and finding meaning in the present instead of constantly chasing future goals. The hosts also touch on the challenges of balancing productivity with being fully engaged in personal relationships, particularly in parenting. They suggest that embracing moments of idleness and non-productivity can lead to a greater appreciation of time and a more fulfilling experience of life.
Redefining Time Management
The podcast delves into the idea that time management in today's society is often about maximizing efficiency and constantly striving to do more. The hosts question the need to always be productive and challenge the notion that every moment must be used in a way that yields tangible results. They highlight the importance of redefining time management as not just about completing tasks, but also about cherishing and being fully present in the time we have. They suggest that incorporating atelik activities—activities that derive meaning from the experience itself, rather than future outcomes—can help shift the mindset from constant productivity to embracing the present moment.
Letting Go of Time Constraints
The hosts discuss the challenges of balancing time constraints and making choices in a world where time often feels limited. They acknowledge that some individuals, such as parents or those with demanding work schedules, may face more significant constraints. However, they emphasize the importance of letting go of guilt and indecision when it comes to time management. Instead of constantly feeling the pressure to do more, the podcast encourages listeners to make time for activities that matter to them, even if it's just 10 minutes a day. By embracing the present and finding value in the moment, individuals can cultivate a healthier relationship with time and reduce the burden of constantly striving for productivity.
Co-hosts Becca Rashid and Ian Bogost explore our relationship with time and how to reclaim it. Why is it so important to be productive? Why can it feel like there’s never enough time in a day? Why are so many of us conditioned to believe that being more productive makes us better people? Author Oliver Burkman offers some insights.
This episode was co-hosted by Becca Rashid and Ian Bogost. Becca Rashid also produces the show. Editing by Jocelyn Frank and Claudine Ebeid. Fact-check by Ena Alvarado. Engineering by Rob Smierciak. The managing editor of How to Keep Time is Andrea Valdez. Write to us at howtopodcast@theatlantic.com.
Music from by Dylan Sitts (“On the Fritz”), Gavin Luke (“Time Zones”), Martin Guaffin (“The Time”), and Rob Smierciak (“Slow Money,” “Guitar Time”).
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