
Why Don't We Have a 15-hour Work Week?
The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos
Embracing Finitude and Intentional Time Management
Recognizing the limitation of time in a day and a lifetime is crucial to avoid procrastination and feeling overwhelmed. Embracing the idea of a time-limited life allows intentional decisions on how to use time wisely. Instead of focusing on endless tasks, it is essential to prioritize and allocate time to the most important tasks. Multitasking is detrimental; monotasking and focusing attention on one task at a time can improve productivity. It's important to resist constant distractions and pleasant sources of comfort that hinder progress. Acknowledging that challenging tasks evoke emotions and discomfort, rather than blaming external distractions, can lead to better focus and productivity. Avoiding pseudo-productive activities like endlessly clearing small tasks can allow for more meaningful use of time.