question_answer ANECDOTE Travel Weariness Impacts Energy ios_share
Chris Guillebeau felt exhausted after intense travel and big projects, impacting his usual performance.
He observed how travel weariness affects physical and mental energy, emphasizing rest needs.
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volunteer_activism ADVICE Weekly Sabbath for Rest ios_share
Plan a weekly Sabbath day for rest, avoiding computer use and emails.
Prioritize principles of rest over rigid rules to recharge your mind and body effectively.
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insights INSIGHT Manage Energy, Not Time ios_share
Recovery includes active recharging, like running and reviewing tasks, not just passive rest.
Managing energy is more effective than managing time for productivity and creativity.
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Episode 3580:
Chris Guillebeau explores the often-overlooked power of intentional rest as a crucial element of productivity and long-term success. By reframing rest as a proactive strategy rather than a reward or weakness, he offers a refreshing approach to avoiding burnout and sustaining creative energy.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisguillebeau.com/rest-and-recovery/
Quotes to ponder:
"Rest is not a reward for hard work; it’s part of the work itself."
"When we plan for rest and recovery in advance, we make better decisions and live better lives."
"Rest is a strategy. It’s a way to gain clarity, increase your creative energy, and avoid burnout."
Episode references:
Essentialism: https://gregmckeown.com/books/essentialism
Atomic Habits: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
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