2min snip

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

Chris Bailey on Finding Peace and Productivity in Anxious Times

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

NOTE

Calmness and Anxiety Spectrum

Anxiety and calmness do not exist on opposite ends of a spectrum, but rather on the same scale. Calmness is a positive state with low mental arousal and no anxiety, while anxiety increases as mental arousal becomes negative. By moving from anxiety to a state of calm, individuals can better handle future anxious situations and be less reactive. A calm mind leads to greater productivity as it allows for deliberate actions instead of rushed and stressful behaviors.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode