Modern Wisdom #365 - Oliver Burkeman - How To Properly Manage Your Time
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Aug 30, 2021 
Oliver Burkeman, a journalist and author known for his insights on time management, shares a refreshing perspective on productivity. He discusses how striving for efficiency often leads to more pointless tasks. Burkeman explores the anxiety surrounding time management and the misconception of mastering time. He emphasizes the importance of accepting limitations and choosing what truly matters in life. By prioritizing specific goals and embracing mediocrity in others, we can reduce stress and find deeper fulfillment in the present moment.
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The Illusion of Time Ownership
- We don't possess future time, only present moments.
- We receive time one moment at a time, just like everyone else.
The Control Fallacy
- The core mistake in time management is striving for total control, which is impossible.
- This desire for control misleads us and promotes suboptimal time usage.
Modern Time Anxiety
- Modern time-anxiety stems from our disconnection from time, viewing it as a separate entity.
- Increased pace and competition make optimal time use seem impossible, fueling anxiety.
