14 Mar 2022 · 1 h 18 min
Books from Oliver Burkeman
“How To Finally Stop Procrastinating: Oliver Burkeman”
5 books mentioned
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The conversation
Oliver Burkeman, author of 'Four Thousand Weeks', discusses the finite nature of time and the pitfalls of productivity culture. The episode explores embracing limitations, focusing on top priorities, and the liberating perspective of cosmic insignificance.
Talking points
- Books 'The Antidote' and 'Four Thousand Weeks'
- Procrastination and the 'when I finally' mindset
- Focusing on top priorities, avoiding middling ones
- Finite time and illusion of productivity
- Embracing limits and cosmic insignificance
- Distraction and radical incrementalism
- Value of slowing down
- Making time for reading and learning