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Episode 268- How to Stop Rushing and Be More Present with Oliver Burkeman

Are you so busy getting through your life that you’re never fully present for it? We rush from one thing to the next, convinced that…

Episode 268- How to Stop Rushing and Be More Present with Oliver Burkeman

Are you so busy getting through your life that you’re never fully present for it? We rush from one thing to the next, convinced that…

Are you so busy getting through your life that you’re never fully present for it?

We rush from one thing to the next, convinced that if we can just get ahead, clear the to-do list, or better optimize our time, we’ll finally have space to enjoy the life we’ve worked so hard to build. But that moment never seems to come.

In this conversation, I sit down with Oliver to unpack how we can rethink our relationship with time and be more intentional about where our attention goes.

We talk about why high achievers feel perpetually behind, how our need for control fuels anxiety, and why accepting our limitations can actually be freeing. 

By the end of this conversation, you’ll think differently about time and walk away with a more freeing way to pursue big goals while being present for the life you’re living now.

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You’ll Learn

  • Why trying to get on top of everything can leave you feeling even more overwhelmed
  • Why high achievers are especially vulnerable to feeling perpetually behind
  • How accepting your limitations can help you focus on what matters most
  • Why our need for control fuels anxiety and keeps us from being present
  • How to make better decisions by accepting that every choice comes with trade-offs
  • Why 3-4 hours of deep, focused work may be enough
  • How the 70% rule can help you overcome perfectionism and take action
  • Why uncertainty is essential to a meaningful life
  • How to pursue big goals without postponing your life until someday
  • Practical ways to be more present with the time you already have

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