A recent experiment conducted by author Chris Guillebeau revealed that leaving for appointments 10 to 15 minutes earlier than normal can have life-changing results. Guillebeau explained that people often resist this idea due to time anxiety but emphasized that arriving early doesn’t necessarily mean having extra time, just avoiding being late.
With 60% of people feeling too busy to enjoy life, experts like Guillebeau and psychologist Amantha Imber advocate for changing our relationship with time. Curran advises accepting that your to-do list will never be completed and recommends celebrating daily wins instead of obsessing over unchecked tasks.
Guillebeau also suggests assessing the urgency of tasks and being willing to bring your “B game” when necessary. Workplace expert Minda Harts highlights the pressure some individuals feel to always bring their best effort, suggesting it’s okay to say no when at capacity.
Dr. Curran emphasizes the value of downtime, setting an alarm for himself to remind him that whatever he’s doing can likely wait. He believes that some of the happiest memories come from mundane moments, encouraging people to make time for them.
On a concerning note, a recent study found an increase in microplastics accumulating in human brains, raising questions about potential health effects. The implications of this discovery are yet to be fully understood.
In a world where time feels scarce and our brains may be accumulating microplastics, it’s more important than ever to reconsider how we use our time and prioritize what truly matters, like spending quality moments with loved ones.
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