Zosia Bielski

Zosia Bielski, a time use reporter for The Globe and Mail, explores Canada’s troubling relationship with rest. She highlights that Canadians average just 17 minutes a day of resting, contributing to high stress levels for many. Zosia advocates for redefining rest as essential, not earned, and shares personal journeys toward prioritizing well-being. The discussion emphasizes the importance of boundaries, communal rejuvenation, and fresh perspectives on work-life balance, particularly in the aftermath of the pandemic.

Zosia Bielski, a time use reporter for The Globe and Mail, dives into the pressing need for rest in our burnout culture. She reveals that Canadians average just 17 minutes of daily relaxation, leading to alarming stress levels. Zosia challenges the notion that downtime must be earned and explores how societal pressures shape our views on productivity. Highlighting personal stories, she advocates for setting boundaries and embracing genuine rest, emphasizing its vital role in well-being and creativity. Burnout affects 47% of workers, making this conversation more crucial than ever.

Zosia Bielski, a Globe reporter focused on gender and relationships, sheds light on how remote work has reshaped our grooming habits. She discusses the dramatic reduction in grooming time, especially among women, and the psychological effects of video calls. The conversation also touches on how remote work has benefited minority workers, fostering better mental health. Zosia emphasizes the need to rethink productivity metrics and the evolving definition of professionalism in our new hybrid work culture.