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Joseph Jebelli
Neuroscientist and author of 'The Brain at Rest: Why Doing Nothing Can Change Your Life'. His research focuses on the importance of rest and the brain's default network.
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Jul 10, 2025
• 30min
How working too hard is damaging your health and productivity
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Joseph Jebelli, a neuroscientist and author, discusses the surprising effects of overwork on health and productivity. He reveals alarming statistics linking excessive work to global fatalities and emphasizes the brain's need for rest. Jebelli introduces concepts like 'Nitzing,' advocating for intentional breaks to boost creativity. He challenges societal views on productivity by highlighting the benefits of mind-wandering. Ultimately, he makes a case for re-evaluating work habits, suggesting that play and rest are crucial for cognitive function.
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