The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast 1KHO 525: Zero Time to Pee | Rachelle Crawford, How To Be Busy
13 snips
Jul 15, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Rachelle Crawford, author of 'How to Be Busy' and advocate for a simpler life, shares her insights on modern motherhood and the chaos of everyday life. She hilariously reflects on the challenges of juggling parenting while emphasizing the difference between being busy and feeling hurried. Through personal anecdotes, Rachelle encourages listeners to reclaim time for meaningful connections and self-care, highlighting the importance of creating margins in a chaotic world.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Toddler's Urgent Bathroom Moment
- Rachelle forgot about her toddler's urgent bathroom need in a hectic moment and had to backtrack for a restroom break.
- This moment prompted her to simplify her calendar to prevent such stressful incidents for her child.
Differentiating Busy and Hurry
- Busyness is about how full your schedule is, but hurry is about how rushed and overwhelmed you feel.
- You can be busy yet feel fine, or busy and feel chaotic; hurry is a mindset more than a calendar issue.
Avoid Phone Overwhelm
- Avoid starting your day on your phone or handling non-urgent messages to prevent feeling overwhelmed.
- Create margin and a plan for busy times to tackle tasks strategically and reduce chaos.