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Oliver Burkeman on mortality, acceptance and imperfectionism
How We Live Now with Katherine May
Focus for a Few, Flourish for All
Great productivity stems from concentrating on core tasks for three to four hours each day, rather than working for an entire day. This practice is echoed by numerous thinkers, authors, artists, and scientists throughout history, indicating that a focused approach to knowledge work enhances effectiveness. Notably, individuals like Henri Poincaré exemplify how dedicating concentrated time to high-level cognitive tasks yields significant results.
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