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Chris Bailey on Finding Peace and Productivity in Anxious Times

Beyond the To-Do List - Productivity for Work & Life

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Embrace Boredom for Inner Presence

Embracing boredom and discomfort through a stimulation fast, which involves disconnecting from high-stimulation activities like constant phone use and online distractions, allows us to adjust to a lower level of stimulation and find presence in the moment. This process leads to feeling more connected, focused, and fully engaged with the present task or person, making life simpler and more fulfilling. Although termed a 'dopamine fast,' it's not about fasting from dopamine but rather about reducing external stimuli to enhance inner presence and connection.

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