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Time and Attention

115: Sick & Thinking About To-Do Lists

Nov 7, 2023
Discussion on the stress caused by to-do lists and how they can become a source of stress. Emphasis on the need to prioritize tasks and cultivate presence to find satisfaction.
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Quick takeaways

  • To-do lists should not be a source of stress; prioritize tasks based on what's important in each moment.
  • Find satisfaction in completing individual tasks rather than being overwhelmed by the never-ending nature of the to-do list.

Deep dives

The Stress of a To-Do List

The podcast episode explores the concept of to-do lists and how they can often be a source of stress. The speaker talks about how despite the number of tasks on the list, there will always be things to do, even if the list changes over time. The message conveyed is that stressing over the number of items on the list is not worth it, and instead, it is important to prioritize tasks just enough to identify what is most important in each moment.

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