Kendra Adachi, a two-time New York Times bestselling author and creator of The Lazy Genius podcast, shares her compassionate approach to time management. She encourages listeners to move away from relentless productivity and embrace the 'PLAN' method, focusing on self-awareness and small adjustments. Topics include redefining success, navigating challenges with kindness, and the importance of being present. Kendra also emphasizes incremental changes for personal growth while promoting environmental responsibility through actionable strategies.

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This week a had a wonderful discussion with Kendra Adachi both about her new book, The Lazy Genius Kitchen as well as her podcast The Lazy Genius, and her previous book The Lazy Genius Way. In this conversation, we discuss how vital it is to give yourself permission to be lazy about things that are not priorities while learning to manage and prioritize the things that matter most. This is truly a productivity lover's dream discussion that offers so many practical principles that can be applied to many aspects of your modern and busy lifestyle.Kendra Adachi is one part systems expert, and one part permission giver. As The Lazy Genius, she aims to help you be a genius about the things that matter and lazy about the things that don't. She is the host of The Lazy Genius Podcast, author of The Lazy Genius Way, and her new book is The Lazy Genius Kitchen: Have What You Need, Use What You Have, and Enjoy It Like Never Before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this discussion, Kendra Adachi, a NYT bestselling author and the voice behind The Lazy Genius, shares her fresh perspectives on planning and time management. She dives into the importance of compassionate goal setting, especially for women navigating hormonal cycles. The conversation highlights how to redefine productivity away from constant optimization, emphasizing adaptability during transitions like back-to-school. Kendra also introduces her 'plan pyramid' concept, encouraging a flexible approach to family and personal life.

Explore the power of ridiculously small steps in developing meaningful habits. Learn about the effectiveness of embracing small actions to align with your true values. Discover personal anecdotes on financial responsibility and setting small goals for long-term success.

Kendra Adachi, a New York Times bestselling author, shares her insights on lazy genius principles for effective planning. She discusses the importance of prioritizing essential tasks while embracing a holistic approach to time management. Kendra critiques traditional methods and promotes self-kindness and acceptance of personal limitations. The conversation also highlights strategies for navigating daily chaos, encouraging listeners to celebrate their current state rather than chasing an unrealistic standard of success.

Kendra Adachi, a New York Times best-selling author and host of The Lazy Genius Podcast, shares her fresh take on productivity. She discusses the flaws in traditional time management and advocates for a personalized approach. Kendra introduces her PLAN framework, emphasizing small, manageable steps to tackle everyday challenges. The conversation highlights the importance of flexibility, mindfulness, and self-compassion in productivity. Listeners learn to embrace kindness towards themselves, making time management feel less overwhelming and more attainable.

In this lively discussion, Kae shares her innovative PTO spreadsheet and its importance for mental health breaks. Kendra Adachi dives into her book, *The Plan*, offering insights for effective planning tailored to women's needs. Oliver Burkeman humorously discusses his book, *Meditations for Mortals*, focusing on embracing life’s limitations. The hosts also analyze their vacation experiences with the idea of a post-mortem to enhance future trips and preview the exciting 2025 Hobonichi planner, packed with design features to streamline organization.

Kendra Adachi, bestselling author of "The Plan: Manage Your Time Like a Lazy Genius," shares her refreshing take on time management. She emphasizes embracing flexibility and kindness over perfectionism, especially for busy parents. The conversation dives into finding contentment in a consumer-driven world, the importance of authenticity, and how small adjustments can lead to a fulfilling life. Kendra also discusses navigating domestic pressures and the hidden emotional labor in relationships, advocating for a supportive, self-compassionate approach to daily challenges.

Join Kendra Adachi, a New York Times bestselling author and podcast host, as she shares her compassionate take on productivity and time management. She advocates for prioritizing wholeness over greatness, urging listeners to ditch an all-or-nothing mindset. Discover practical tips for creating adaptable routines that accommodate life's unpredictability. Kendra also emphasizes the importance of self-kindness while managing tasks and reducing stress, encouraging a more enjoyable and balanced life.