Treat Your To-Do List Like a River, and Other Mindset Shifts for Making Better Use of Your Time
The Art of Manliness
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Embrace the Flow, Not the Burden
Feeling overwhelmed by backlogs of media, whether video games, books, or shows, is a common experience. Rather than attempting to conquer this backlog, recognizing the vastness of available content can provide relief. This perspective shift allows individuals to understand that managing the seemingly infinite supply is impossible. Instead of perceiving this content as a finite bucket to empty, it can be viewed as a flowing river. This metaphor encourages engagement with media in a more enjoyable and meaningful way, focusing on the experience rather than the pressure to consume everything.
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