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Ever wake up already feeling behind, before the emails, before school drop-off, before anything has actually gone wrong? In this episode, Ryan talks with Oliver Burkeman, bestselling author of 4,000 Weeks and Meditations for Mortals , about that “back foot” feeling so many parents live in. Ryan and Oliver talk about why we give our best energy to trivial things, why we say yes when we mean no, and how a small shift in how we think about time and trade-offs can change the tone of an entire day. Oliver Burkeman is the author of the New York Times bestseller Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals , The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can’t Stand Positive Thinking , and Meditations for Mortals . Follow Oliver on Instagram and X @OliverBurkeman 📚 Pick up a copy of Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman at The Painted Porch: https://www.thepaintedporch.com/ 🎥 Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xnMP-e66w28 👉 Give yourself the ultimate gift of parenting tools, structure, and community. Join The Daily Dad Society here: https://dailydad.com/society ✉️ Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com 📱 Follow Daily Dad: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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Most productivity advice promises that if you just find the right system, you’ll finally catch up. In today’s episode, Ryan sits down with Oliver Burkeman who explains why that feeling never arrives and why that is not a personal failure. They discuss the productivity lie that keeps so many people feeling behind every single day, how hustle culture quietly creates anxiety, and why the goal of getting “on top of everything” is impossible. Oliver explains why urgency often makes life worse, not better, how saying no is harder than it should be, and what actually changes when you stop trying to win time and start accepting your limits. Oliver Burkeman is the author of the New York Times bestseller Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals , The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can’t Stand Positive Thinking , and Meditations for Mortals . Follow Oliver on Instagram and X @OliverBurkeman Grab signed copies of Meditations for Mortals and Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman at The Painted Porch: https://www.thepaintedporch.com/ 👉 Support the podcast and go deeper into Stoicism by subscribing to The Daily Stoic Premium - unlock ad-free listening, early access, and bonus content: https://dailystoic.supercast.com/ 🎥 Watch the video episodes on<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@DailyStoic/videos" rel="

You know that phrase, "We compare our insides to other people's outsides"? We're bombarded with others' achievements but see less of the steps – internal and external – it took to get there. These days, we feel an increased pressure to achieve, to pursue greatness. We reach for this mythical, impossible standard. Drawing from his book, Meditations for Mortals , Burkeman believes that if you accept the fact that you will never "get there," you can actually start making good choices that lead to a meaningful life. Through this guiding philosophy, Burkeman calls "imperfectionism," we can tackle challenges in our daily lives: our finite time, the lure of distraction, the impossibility of doing anything perfectly, the feeling that the world is spinning out of control. How can we embrace our limitations? Or make good decisions when there's always too much to do? How do we shed the illusion that life will really begin as soon as we can "get on top of everything"? Pulling from the fields of philosophy, religion, literature, psychology, and self-help, Burkeman explores a combination of practical tools and daily shifts in perspective. Burkeman offers a way to embrace our mortality, to in fact find solace and inspiration in it. In anxiety-inducing times, Burkeman believes that holding back in life is a guarantee for anguish, while living in just one moment at a time is the solution for getting to the things that matter most to you. Oliver Burkeman worked for many years at The Guardian , where he wrote a popular weekly column on psychology, "This Column Will Change Your Life." His books include the New York Times bestseller Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals and The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can't Stand Positive Thinking. Buy the Book Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts Elliott Bay Book Company

A long-time productivity and self-help writer for The Guardian, Oliver Burkeman catapulted to international renown with his 2021 book Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals . In that book, as well as his 2025 follow up Meditations for Mortals , Burkeman jolts our productivity-obsessed culture awake with the reminder that we can’t possibly get everything under control in the short time we have here on earth. It’s a realization that seems terrifying and slightly depressing at first blush, but the more Burkeman talks us through it the more liberating and life-enhancing it feels. In this conversation, Oliver Burkeman expands on imperfectionism ,on the wisdom of not seeing life as a problem to be solved, and the power that comes with letting the future be the future. Subscribe to our newsletter for more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the key to a meaningful life isn’t doing more—but doing less, with intention? In this powerful conversation, Michael and Megan talk with Oliver Burkeman, author of Four Thousand Weeks and Meditations for Mortals , about the myths of productivity, the illusion of control, and why accepting our finite nature might be the best thing we can do for our peace, purpose, and productivity. Memorable Quotes “It's the relaxation of now I can just do the things that matter the most… I can just sort of dive in because I'm no longer trying to make all my actions feel like they are part of some process of eventually getting to total domination of my time and perfect optimization.” “You are being confronted again with this ridiculous thing that it is to be a human—which is to be capable of imagining basically an infinite amount of possibilities and eventualities, but ultimately being a sort of finite material animal and having to choose only some of them.” “Almost everybody who is trying to sort of optimize themselves into absolute control, you know, they're not succeeding. Life is miserable and they're letting people down all over the place.” “There isn't any system or philosophy or approach or sports nutrition drink that is going to enable you to sort of win the battle with human limitation… Now, we figure out how to flourish in absolutely fantastic and wonderfully meaningful and interesting and lucrative ways within those limitations rather than running away from them.” “There's a way of going with the flow that is actually more constructive and productive as well as more peaceful and meaningful.” “I really found that just sort of expecting discomfort from things that matter to me—whether that is a piece of work or an aspect of relationships or parenting—just knowing that it's going to feel uncomfortable sometimes because it's bringing me to my edge and my limitations makes a huge, huge difference.” “A lot of our productivity is the result of anxiety. And I would like to live a productive life for other reasons.” Key Takeaways Radical Acceptance is Key. Once you stop trying to win the battle with your human limitations, everything changes. Distraction is Avoidance in Disguise. Most often, we’re dodging discomfort—and the way out lies in tolerating discomfort. Optimization is Not Salvation. We think we can problem-solve our lives, but tools and systems will always fall short. They’re meant to augment, not make us infinite. Meaning is Here, Now. The moments that build a life don’t happen when everything is done—but in the doing itself. Resources 4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman <a href="https://www.oliverburkeman.com/the-imperf

What if the pursuit of happiness is NOT the path to greater life satisfaction? What if being more productive and getting more done isn’t actually the way to get ahead? In this episode, I'm revisiting my conversation with author Oliver Burkeman about some of the ways in which we might want to re-examine our relationship to goals, happiness, and the things that are most important to us. This is sometimes a bit painful. because so much of it has to do with confronting some of the hard limits that we like to pretend don’t exist. But, as you’ll hear, there is ultimately a profound relief and freedom to be found in facing finitude. Key Takeaways Try to find satisfaction in the journey toward your goals, rather than postponing fulfillment until they are achieved​​. Cultivating your ability to be present to everyday, even mundane, moments can lead to a deeper appreciation of life as it unfolds. Understand that every choice has its consequences, and it’s impossible to avoid negative outcomes entirely. Some of the most meaningful experiences in life are not the result of meticulous planning or pursuit but unexpected and unplanned. Being present is a skill that can be practiced in everyday situations like waiting in line or working in the office​​–and not just on the meditation cushion or yoga mat. Mentioned in this Episode Upcoming Live Events for Meditations for Mortals The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can't Stand Positive Thinking 4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals 50K Mile Tune-up Listening Guide and Workbook Interested in having Monica present at your next live or virtual event? Learn more. ★ Support this podcast ★

The British author and journalist Oliver Burkeman has spent decades pondering what it means to live a meaningful life, both in his former Guardian column “This Column WIll Change Your Life” and across several books—most recently, Meditations for Mortals , out in paperback this October. That’s why he brings a healthy dose of skepticism to so-called “time management” systems and productivity hacks as a means toward true fulfillment. Burkeman’s compelled by the notion that, rather than being separate from time, human beings are time. If people faced the reality of their limited time on the planet head on, he believes there’s a real chance to experience greater, more engaged feelings of aliveness. On the episode—our Season 12 kick-off—Burkeman discusses why he’s eschewing perfectionism and finding unexpected liberation in the premise that, to some extent, the worst has already happened, and the best may still be ahead. Special thanks to our Season 11 presenting sponsor, Van Cleef & Arpels . Show notes: Oliver Burkeman [02:45] “Meditations for Mortals” (2024) [05:11] Donald Winnicott [06:15] Martin Heidegger [06:15] “ Technics and Civilization” (2010) [06:15] “Being and Time” (1927) [06:15] “Time Warrior” (2011) [06:15] “Time Surfing” (2017) [06:15] “Anti-Time Management” (2022) [07:51] Medieval peasants [07:51] “The 4-Hour Workweek” [11:42] Alicja Kwade [17:40 “Ichi-go, ichi-e” (“one time, one meeting”) [20:26] Eckhart Tolle [21:02] Agnes Martin [21:42] “The Road Not Taken” [37:15] “This Column Will Change Your Life” [48:16] Nicholas Carr [48:16] <a href="https://www.nyu.edu/about/leadership-university-administration/office-of-the-president/office-of-the-provost/clay-shirky.html" rel="noopener noreferr

(336) Oliver Burkeman: How To Live Fully, with 4000 Weeks and Meditation for Mortals In this podcast episode, Oliver Burkeman joins to discuss themes from his books Four Thousand Weeks and Meditation for Mortals. Together, we dive into how embracing human limitations, trusting intuition, and practicing self-compassion can lead to more meaningful work and a richer life. The conversation challenges rigid productivity mindsets, focuses on the value of balancing structure with spontaneity, letting go of the illusion of total control, and finding presence in everyday moments. 💫 About Oliver Burkeman: Oliver Burkeman is the New York Times bestselling author of Four Thousand Weeks, about embracing limitation and finally getting round to what counts, and of the recently released UK Sunday Times bestseller Meditations for Mortals. Adam Grant called Four Thousand Weeks "the most important book ever written about time management." Jeff Bridges called it "kinda cool." In his email newsletter The Imperfectionist, he writes about productivity, mortality, the power of limits, and building a meaningful life in an age of anxiety and distraction. 📲 Where to Follow & Connect with Oliver Burkeman: Website: https://www.oliverburkeman.com/ Books: https://www.oliverburkeman.com/meditationsformortals Newsletter: https://www.oliverburkeman.com/the-imperfectionist 💫 About Katie Stoddart: Katie is the founder of The Focus Bee, an international high-performance coach, speaker, author, and host of The Focus Bee Show. She supports founders, CEOs, and high achievers to reach and sustain peak performance through focus, leadership, stress management and alignment. Her mission is to create purpose-driven leaders worldwide. 🌐 Website: https://katiestoddart.com 🎁 Free Tools & Resources: 🎯 Free Focus Guide: https://thefocusbee.kit.com/focusguide 🧠 Master Performance Course: https://fifteenseconds.com/seasons/master-performance 📕 Book – The Magic of Focus: https://katiestoddart.com/book/ 📲 Stay Connected with Katie & The Focus Bee: 🔔 Subscribe to the YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thefocusbee?sub_confirmation=1 🎤 Listen to The Focus Bee Podcast: https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/ 💌 Sign up for the Friday Focus Newsletter: https://thefocusbee.kit.com/ 📝 Read the Blog: https://thefocusbee.substack.com/ 🔗 Linktree (All Links): https://linktr.ee/thefocusbee 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefocusbee

Got a burning creative project? Face your finitude, says this productivity expert, by learning to number your days. Everyone is pressed for time, and in a never-ending quest to conquer their schedules. It’s why productivity tips and hacks are big business these days. But underneath our productivity problem is a reality no one wants to face: the fact that we’re all going to die, argues self-described “recovering” productivity expert Oliver Burkeman, and the author of Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals . The average human life is about 80 years, or some 4000 weeks, and the sooner we come to grips with the ultimate deadline, the better off we’ll be, argues Burkeman. In this interview with Life & Faith, Oliver explains how “mortality” emerged as a theme for his 2021 book, how the solace of “deep time” – as experienced during times of flow, prayer, meditation, and hiking – connects us with our humanity, how AI might change the game for human creativity, and how he, as someone more drawn to Eastern religion, makes sense of our yearning for more time, for more than one life. The shadow of Christianity – with its promise of transcendence, eternity, and being situated in an unfolding story that stretches before and after our earthly lives – looms over the conversation. Explore Oliver Burkeman’s Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals Oliver Burkeman’s Meditations for Mortals: A Four Week Guide to Doing What Counts Oliver Burkeman’s website

What if striving for more is actually giving you… less? In this episode, Zack sits down with bestselling author Oliver Burkeman —known for Four Thousand Weeks and Meditations for Mortals—to unpack the trap of productivity and the illusion of the perfect to-do list. Together, they explore why the constant chase for achievement might be keeping us from truly living, and how embracing the unfinished parts of life could actually set us free. Key Takeaways Accept the kind of defeat that grounds you: Not as resignation, but as clarity, so you can move forward more empowered, relaxed, and effective. Embrace imperfectionism: Accept that you’ll never have full knowledge or control, and move forward anyway, knowing you’re always learning and evolving. Ask what life is asking of you now: Not in terms of destiny or perfection, but in terms of what is actually doable in your current reality. Episode Highlights The impact of the book Four Thousand Weeks on time management Rethinking self-optimization and unlocking your creative potential The liberation of letting go of impossible goals Overcoming imposter syndrome: Why waiting to feel ready is holding you back Work-Life Balance vs Strategic Imbalance and Work-Life Integration Imperfectionism and the Kayak vs. Super Yacht Approach The difference between efficiency and effectiveness Defining life tasks and personal values Acceptance, grief and mortality: Dealing with life's limitations The power of embracing oneself Recommended Next Episode Greg McKeown , Laura Vanderkam , Nir Eyal : To learn more about how to better manage your time and alignment with your values Zack’s Substack Article : If you’re interested in learning more about why we often don't do the things that we know we should be doing Useful Resources Oliver’s Book: Four Thousand Weeks Oliver’s Book: Meditation for Mortals Oliver’s Book: The Antidote The Courage to be Disliked Carl Jung Bruce Tift Want to Hear More Episodes Like This One? » Click here to subscribe and never miss another episode Guest Bio Oliver Burkeman is the New York Times and UK Sunday Times bestselling author of Four Thousand Weeks, about embracing limitation and finally getting round to

This episode of The Happier Life Project explores the idea that living well might not come from doing more, achieving more, or constantly striving; but from embracing less. What if the key to a fulfilling life lies not in endless productivity, but in recognizing our limitations and finding peace in the life we already have? Bestselling author of ‘Four Thousand Weeks’ and ‘The Antidote’ Oliver Burkeman joins the show to talk about his newest release, ‘Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts’. A former Guardian columnist and contributor to The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and New Philosopher, Burkeman is known for his deep, compassionate insights on time, mortality, and the pursuit of a meaningful life. This conversation delves into the psychological strain of relentless self-improvement, the illusion of ever having everything under control and being on-top of things, and the calm that emerges when we stop chasing the idea of finally having everything figured out. Burkeman challenges the very premise that life can ever be truly mastered, and the damaging belief that we’re somehow incomplete until we do. Instead, he invites us to let go of the idealised life and begin a more liberating journey, grounded in acceptance and intention. Chatting to host Gabby Sanderson, Oliver shares how changing our relationship with avoided tasks can create a surprising sense of freedom, and how embracing our limitations can lead to greater clarity, connection, and purpose. The “recovering productivity geek” also reflects on why being truly present matters more than chasing endless to-do lists, why fearing the future is futile, and how accepting the limits of time might be the most liberating shift we can make. This episode offers grounded, thoughtful insights for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the pace of modern life and looking for a calmer, more meaningful way to live. To download the My Possible Self app: https://mypossibleself.app.link/podcast To follow My Possible Self on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mypossibleself Oliver’s website: https://www.oliverburkeman.com/ Sign up for Oliver’s free newsletter The Imperfectionist: https://www.oliverburkeman.com/the-imperfectionist To follow Oliver on social media: https://x.com/oliverburkeman

In this episode of the Leadership Sparks podcast, Sylvain engages with Oliver Burkeman, a renowned journalist and author, to explore our relation to time and productivity. Burkeman discusses the inherent limitations of traditional productivity methods and emphasizes the importance of making conscious choices about how to allocate time and attention. The conversation highlights the value of embracing limitations rather than striving for unattainable ideals. Burkeman shares practical strategies for managing time and how to foster a more meaningful and intentional approach to productivity. Show notes : Book “ 4,000 weeks ” by Oliver Burkeman Book “ Meditation for mortals ” by Oliver Burkeman Book “ Slowing down to the speed of life ” by Richard Carlson and Joseph Bailey Book “ Meditations ” by Marcus Aurelius Book “ Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life ” by James Hollis sylvainnewton.com/podcast

Step into a world of philosophical musings and practical wisdom with Oliver Burkeman. 'Meditations for Mortals' is his latest book designed as a four-week mental retreat, promising to help readers lead a 'saner, freer, and more enchantment-filled life'. Oliver joins Kate to talk about everything from the inspiration he took from Marcus Aurelius to how to invite people over without feeling like you have to spend three hours tidying the house. He also reveals his tips on making life-changes that stick, and the books he turns to when he's not reading for work. Keen to test out the methodology, Kate is then joined by City high-flyer and busy mother-of-three Emily Bohill to discover how Meditations for Mortals works in practice. From managing work-life balance to facing literal rats in the PTA shed, we explore whether the lessons of Meditations are ones that will stay. This episode is for everyone who is keen to turn knowledge into action and embrace life's imperfections. No less important is the fact that Meditations for Mortals is perfect for sparking deep conversations, and there's nothing we love more at The Book Club Review than that. Reading list 4,000 Weeks by Oliver Burkeman Meditations by Marcus Aurelius Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life by James Hollis Find out more and sign up for The Imperfectionist (a free newsletter) at Oliver Burkeman's website Subscribe and support the show Want more from the pod? You can subscribe to The Book Club Review via Patreon. Click through for full details and to sign up with a 7-day free trial. You'll get a weekly-ish minisode, with access to the full archive, and extra bits and bobs like extended episodes or Patreon-only specials, plus access to book recommendations from Kate and fellow pod fans in the chat group. At the higher tier you can join the pod book club and come and talk books with me, Kate, in person. We meet on the last Sunday of the month via Zoom, with a recording posted to listen back to anytime. In February we're reading All The Beauty in the World by Patrick Bringley, and in March it's Hateship, Friendship, Courtship, Loveship, Marriage by Alice Munroe. Upcoming books are decided by members vote, so join in and suggest one that you would love to read and discuss. If you're a Substacker you can also subscribe and support the pod there. (It's slightly cheaper as you don't get the chat or the book club options, but everything else is just the same.) Timecodes for the time-poor 00:00 Introduction 01:32 An overview of the book, and the degree to which Oliver Burkeman put himself in there 03:55 The relationship between Meditations for Mortals and Four Thousand Weeks 06:24 Imperfectionism 10:45 Practical Applications and personal reflections 13:01 Field-testing the book's methodology 29:37 Daily-ish and embracing imperfection 34:34 Scruffy hospitality and overcoming procrastination 45:34 Has it changed our lives? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p

This is our unabridged interview with Oliver Burkeman. In an age full of lifehacks, self-help books, and productivity gurus, many of us only end up busier and more stressed than we were before. What if there’s a better way to live a full, fruitful life? "The world is bursting with wonder,” says Oliver Burkeman, “and yet it's the rare productivity guru who seems to have considered the possibility that the ultimate point of all our frenetic doing might be to experience more of that wonder." In this episode, he discusses his New York Times Bestselling book 4000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals , dispelling many contemporary ideas about productivity, and instead suggesting a wonder-fueled, counterintuitive method for flourishing in the world. Show Notes Resources mentioned this episode: "Four Thousand Weeks" by Oliver Burkeman "The Antidote" by Oliver Burkeman “ A Testament of Devotion” by Thomas Raymond Kelly Catherine Andrews, " Why You're Going About Recovering from Perfectionism All Wrong " Similar NSE episodes: Seven Ways to Ruin Your Life: Rebecca DeYoung The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: John Mark Comer The Power of Sabbath Rest: Judith Shulevitz PDF of Lee's Interview Notes Transcript of Abridged Interview This episode of No Small Endeavor is sponsored by Dwell—the audio bible app. To get 25% off your subscription visit dwellbible.com/nse Want more NSE? JOIN NSE+ Today! Our subscriber only community with bonus episodes designed specifically to help you live a good life, ad-free listening, and discounts on live shows Subscribe to episodes: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Google | YouTube Follow Us: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube Follow Lee: Instagram | Twitter Join our Email List: nosmallendeavor.com See Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy Amazon Affiliate Disclosure: Tokens Media, LLC is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Learn more ab

In this fast-paced world, we’re constantly pushed to do more, achieve more, and optimise every moment of our lives. But what if true fulfillment comes not from doing it all, but from choosing what truly matters? In this episode, I sit down with Oliver Burkeman, author of Four Thousand Weeks and Meditations for Mortals, to explore how we can live meaningfully in a world obsessed with productivity. Oliver’s work challenges the cultural pressure to be endlessly efficient, encouraging us to embrace our limitations, face our mortality, and focus on what brings true purpose to our lives. We discuss practical ways to let go of the impossible pursuit of “doing it all” and instead prioritise depth, connection, and what truly counts. I first discovered Oliver’s work when Four Thousand Weeks came highly recommended by Adam Grant, and it changed the way I approach my own life. Today, I’m excited to share this conversation with you — a conversation about slowing down, letting go, and living fully amidst the noise. I hope it inspires you as much as it did me. 00:00 Introduction 01:28 Getting to Know Oliver Burkeman 02:16 Rethinking Productivity Through Oliver’s Perspective 06:32 Navigating FOMO and Existential Overwhelm 09:51 Embracing Limitations and Making Meaningful Choices 14:10 Challenging Society’s Obsession with Optimization 16:30 Oliver’s Advice on Managing Tasks and Priorities 18:52 Exploring Meditations for Mortals 21:14 Staying Grounded and Present in a Distracted World 23:52 Understanding the Concept of Productivity Debt 25:32 The Power of Keeping a 'Done List' 26:43 Redefining Success Through Oliver’s Lens 28:56 The Billboard Question: What Message Would Oliver Share with the World? 31:19 Final Reflections and Key Takeaways Follow Rachel here: https://www.instagram.com/ms_rach/ Follow Oliver Burkeman here: https://twitter.com/oliverburkeman Purchase ‘Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals’ here: https://singapore.kinokuniya.com/bw/9781784704001 Purchase ‘Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts’ here: https://a.co/d/6Ut5bSt

We’d love to hear from you! Take our audience survey here . Oliver Burkeman is a journalist, author and former “productivity geek.” His bestselling book Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals outlines a saner approach to managing your time in a world of never-ending demands and distractions. On this week’s episode of Everyday Better, Oliver explains why all of the tools and techniques meant to save us time and maximize our productivity ultimately make us feel more stressed and short on time. Oliver argues that the only time management technique that works involves recognizing that you’ll never feel on top of things. Once you accept that, you can actually start crossing things off of your to-do list – and he has strategies for how to do that as well. Follow Leah Smart on LinkedIn. Follow Oliver Burkeman on LinkedIn. To learn more about how to actually get stuff done, pre-order Oliver’s new book Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts .

An episode from the archives. This conversation with Oliver Burkeman was originally recorded for my Changing Conversations podcast. Oliver Burkeman is well known for his best-selling book 4000 Weeks which encourages us to embrace our limits and let go of perfectionism. Up next is our conversation about his new book Meditations for Mortals which you can enjoy immediately after, or before, this episode! Meditations for Mortals (out on 12 September and available for pre-order ). Sign up for Oliver’s twice monthly The Imperfectionist newsletter here Connect with Oliver on X

I'm thrilled to have with us a guest whose work has profoundly shaped the way we think about time, productivity, and living a meaningful life. Oliver Burkeman is a renowned British journalist, author, and former columnist for The Guardian, best known for his groundbreaking book 4,000 Weeks, Time Management for Mortals. I loved this book and am honoured that Oliver joined me to share his story and research, and to introduce his latest book, Meditations for Mortals - Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make More Time for What Counts, which has sparked a global conversation about the finite nature of our lives and how we can make the most of our limited time, especially as we enter the later stages of life. We chat about how life's too short to wait for the "right" moment, especially for retirees and soon to be retirees, and Oliver urges us to live meaningfully now—not later. After all, time is finite. USEFUL LINKS Oliver's website: https://www.oliverburkeman.com/ Oliver on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliver-burkeman-51651b21a/ Oliver on X/Twitter: https://x.com/oliverburkeman Meditations for Mortals - Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make More Time for What Counts book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/46Xa1oY ✔️ Subscribe to my Channel here ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/c/JustinKingMFP/?sub_confirmation=1 🎙️ Subscribe to The Retirement Café Podcast here ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-retirement-caf%C3%A9-podcast/id1441976448 CONNECT WITH ME Thanks for checking out my YouTube channel - I'm Chartered and Certified Financial Planner Justin King and I help people to retire successfully. 📘 Buy my new book, The Retirement Café Handbook – Nine Accelerators for a Successful Retirement: https://amzn.to/3VDCegl 👉 Get my weekly newsletter: https://bit.ly/MFPNews 👉 MFP Wealth Management: https://www.mfpwealthmanagement.co.uk/ 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinking-online-retirement-planner-ifa/ 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JustinKingCFP ⚠️ This podcast is for information and entertainment only. Nothing on this podcast constitutes financial advice. Please do not make any decisions based on the contents of my podcasts; seek professional independent financial advice first!

Does efficiently clearing tasks bring you peace or just create more busyness? 🤔 We've all tried countless time management hacks to regain control of our schedules. But ironically, the more we optimise, the busier and more stressed we become. The root issue isn't the technique - it's the concept of time management itself. Why? Because the supply of potential tasks is infinite, while our time is painfully finite. There's simply no way to ever "get it all done." This realisation is unexpectedly liberating. By accepting we can't do everything, the things we choose to prioritise become deeply meaningful - since we're consciously rejecting other options. This radical perspective comes from Oliver Burkeman's groundbreaking book "Four Thousand Weeks" - hailed as "the most important book ever on time management" by Adam Grant, a "much-needed reality check" by Mark Manson, and a prompt to "rethink our worship of efficiency" by Daniel Pink. A New York Times bestseller praised by the Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, The Atlantic, and more, the book is making waves. Oliver studied at Cambridge, was shortlisted for the Orwell Prize, and won the Foreign Press Association award. In our compelling chat for the How to Live Podcast, the award-winning journalist challenges efficiency worship and positive thinking tropes. Instead, he offers logical, actionable insights into: ✨ Why time management fails us ✨ Embracing our finitude ✨ Finding true meaning amid rejection ✨ Patience, fun, and freedom Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion that will reshape how you view your limited weeks on Earth. Episode Shownotes https://howtolive.life/episode/070-joy-of-missing-out-with-Oliver-Burkeman Related Episode #064 How to live with Derek Sivers Spotify: https://howtolive.life/ep64spotify Apple Podcasts: https://howtolive.life/ep64apple Contact Oliver https://www.oliverburkeman.com/ For Folks Affected by Restructuring 4 Week Career Transition Program. https://www.sharadlal.net/thrivethroughtransition How to Live Newsletter Go deeper with articles every 2-3 weeks. No spam. https://sharadlal.substack.com/ Leave us a message https://howtolive.life/contact About Sharad Lal https://www.sharadlal.net/ Follow us Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharadlal24/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PodcastHowtolive/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcasthowtolive/

In this review, Nathalie and Aaron discuss various topics related to self-help, productivity, and personal growth. They explore the paradoxes of self-reflection and the circuitous paths to self-knowledge. They delve into the denial of mortality and the core of anxiety that drives many of our actions. The conversation highlights the importance of creating spaces for reflection and the value of community support. They discuss the need to embrace all parts of oneself and the role of play in personal growth. The conversation concludes with a discussion on productivity and the importance of being kind to oneself. Enjoying Time To Show Up? Try out our community for free: https://www.timetoshowup.org/ Key Themes: 1. Self-reflection and self-knowledge often involve exploring paradoxes and taking circuitous paths. 2. The denial of mortality and the core of anxiety drive many of our actions. 3. Creating spaces for reflection and being part of intentional communities can support personal growth. 4. Embracing all parts of oneself and engaging in play are important for personal development. Websites: · https://www.oliverburkeman.com · Getting Stuff Done By Not Being Mean To Yourself – Susan Piver - https://buff.ly/2VhTfzO Books: · Finding Meaning In The Second Half Of Life – James Hollis - https://bit.ly/48IGheD · Four Thousand Weeks - Oliver Burkeman - https://buff.ly/48Xmx7h · HELP!: How to Become Slightly Happier and Get a Bit More Done – Oliver Burkeman - https://buff.ly/48XmB71 · The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can’t Stand Positive Thinking – Oliver Burkeman – https://buff.ly/4945r7O · Psychological Types – C. G. Jung - https://buff.ly/3vmJUcp · The Book On The Taboo Against Knowing Who You Are – Alan Watts - https://buff.ly/3TC5Mdj · Already Free: Buddhism Meets Psychotherapy on the Path of Liberation – Bruce Tift - https://buff.ly/3VgSHas · Getting things done - David Allen - https://buff.ly/43kVul9 Podcast/Video: · The Way Out Is In - Jo Confino & Brother Phap Huu - https://buff.ly/3TEx9U9

In this Champion Interview, Burkeman reflects on the compulsion to excel and the narrative of structure and anxiety that has shaped his life. He explores the process of seeing through assumptions and the shift in his belief system. Burkeman raises various topics related to productivity, self-worth, and personal growth. He explores the concept of projection and how it affects our perception of productivity methodologies. Burkeman reflects on the distorted motivations behind our obligations and the negative impact it can have on our work. Oliver reflects on the absence of ambivalence in times of disaster and the ability to be present in those moments. He explores the limitations of conceptualizing and the role it plays in uncovering truth. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the value of sharing and teaching. He shares personal experiences of surrendering to the finite nature of life and the freedom that comes with it. Enjoying Time To Show Up? Try out our community for free: https://www.timetoshowup.org/ Key Themes: 1. Living in a new environment can be challenging, especially when it comes to navigating unfamiliar tax systems. 2. Personal experiences and childhood memories can shape one's perspective and approach to life. 3. The compulsion to excel and the need for structure can be driven by a sense of insecurity and the desire to prevent negative outcomes. 4. Questioning assumptions and embracing mystery can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and the world. 5. Sharing personal struggles and insights can provide comfort and empowerment to others. 6. Acceptance of oneself is a catalyst for change and the freedom to pursue meaningful endeavours. 7. Realizing that the stakes are lower can lead to a sense of liberation and motivation. 8. Surrendering to the finite nature of life can free up energy and allow for a more present and fulfilling experience. 9. In times of disaster, there is often an absence of ambivalence about what needs to be done. 10. Conceptualising can be a limiting factor in understanding reality and finding true freedom. 11. Integrating intellect and emotion can be a challenging but transformative process. Projection plays a significant role in our perception of productivity methodologies and can distort our motivations. 12. Obligations can lead to a miserable pursuit of work if they are driven by external expectations rather than personal enjoyment. 13. Embracing playfulness and accepting oneself are essential for personal growth and happiness. 14. Self-acceptance and understanding that certain aspects of our personality may never change can lead to greater freedom and contentment. Websites: · https://www.oliverburkeman.com · Getting Stuff Done By Not Being Mean To Yourself – Susan Piver - https://buff.ly/2VhTfzO Books: · Finding Meaning In The Second Half Of Life – James Hollis - https://bit.ly/48IGheD · Four Thousand Weeks - Oliver Burkeman - https://buff.ly/48Xmx7h · HELP!: How to Become Slightly Happier and Get a Bit More Done – Oliver Burkeman - https://buff.ly/48XmB71 · The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can’t Stand Positive Thinking – Oliver Burkeman – https://buff.ly/4945r7O · Psychological Types – C. G. Jung - https://buff.ly/3vmJUcp · The Book On The Taboo Against Knowing Who You Are – Alan Watts - https://buff.ly/3TC5Mdj · Already Free: Buddhism Meets Psychotherapy on the Path of Liberation – Bruce Tift - https://buff.ly/3VgSHas <

What if the pursuit of happiness is NOT the path to greater life satisfaction? What if being more productive and getting more done isn’t actually the way to get ahead? In today’s episode, I’m talking to author Oliver Burkeman about some of the ways in which we might want to re-examine our relationship to goals, happiness, and the things that are most important to us. This is sometimes a bit painful. because so much of it has to do with confronting some of the hard limits that we like to pretend don’t exist. But, as you’ll hear, there is ultimately a profound relief and freedom to be found in facing finitude. Takeaways Try to find satisfaction in the journey toward your goals, rather than postponing fulfillment until they are achieved​​. Cultivating your ability to be present to everyday, even mundane, moments can lead to a deeper appreciation of life as it unfolds. Understand that every choice has its consequences, and it’s impossible to avoid negative outcomes entirely. Some of the most meaningful experiences in life are not the result of meticulous planning or pursuit but unexpected and unplanned. Being present is a skill that can be practiced in everyday situations like waiting in line or working in the office​​–and not just on the meditation cushion or yoga mat. Books and courses by Oliver Burkeman Time Management Video Course (BBC/Maestro) Use the discount code CHANGES30 to save 30%! The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can't Stand Positive Thinking 4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals Also Mentioned 50K Mile Tune-up Listening Guide and Workbook Interested in having Monica present at your next live or virtual event? Learn more. ★ Support this podcast ★

You know when you become obsessed with a book which then leads you to becoming obsessed with the author? That was us with Oliver Burkeman and “Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals.” Time management is one of those things no matter how efficient you are or how hard you can focus, there’s just the inevitable truth—there’s simply not enough hours in the day. January was a long month and we’re looking at February like the true start to the year to make real, impactful changes. Oliver gives such sound advice, helping us re-wire our approach towards how we spend and think about our time. Whether you’re a mom who is juggling work, kids, and a partner, or maybe you just have a giant workload and secretly want to take up a new hobby, this episode is for you. Mentioned in this episode: Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman Antidote by Oliver Burkeman Sponsors: Use Macy’s Gift Finder to find the perfect gifts for everyone special in your life and don’t forget you at macys.com/giftfinder . Go to boncharge.com/LIPSTICK and use coupon code LIPSTICK to save 15%. Save 15% on your Starter Kit or their new Hand Soap when you use code LIPSTICKONTHERIM at www.branchbasics.com . Kroma is offering free shipping on all 5-Day Resets through end of February as well as 15% off anything on their site with code LIPSTICKONTHERIM. Go to signos.com and get 25% off select plans by using code LIPSTICK today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the second of a three-part miniseries, New York Times bestselling author Oliver Burkeman shares his thoughts on finitude. Mr. Burkeman is a British author and journalist, formerly writing for The Guardian. In this episode, he discusses his 2021 book 4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals. You can learn more about Oliver Burkeman and even sign up for his twice-monthly newsletter “The Imperfectionist” through his website: www.oliverburkeman.com . Be sure to check out our Substacks for more of our thoughts about Finitude and a variety of other topics: Kelley’s Substack: https://aspiralspace.substack.com/⁠ Erin’s Substack: ⁠https://missivesfromaluddite.substack.com/⁠ We welcome your feedback, show suggestions and questions! Contact us at atheist@stlpodcasts.com or on Instagram on @stlpodcasts ! (A)theist is produced by Trend Media STL Musical credit: "Better" Anno Domini Beats

This week I’m really excited to share this conversation with Oliver Burkeman. I was inspired by this chat as Oliver is proposing a fresh and humane look at productivity that goes far beyond time management systems and software trends to reach into the finite nature of time and the intuitive skills that we all possess to handle our daily tasks and schedules in a way that is more forgiving and human. In his latest book, Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals Oliver unpacks how the approximately four thousand hours that the average person has on earth is often spent thinking about, and even stressing about time management rather than embracing the natural flow of time and work cycles. As a contrast to this dread or even guilt that so many of us have regarding our productivity, Oliver stresses the importance of recognizing our limitations and finitude in terms of time and control. In our talk Oliver also emphasizes the value of understanding these limitations and how it can be freeing, allowing us to focus on realistic goals instead of feeling overwhelmed. In addition we explore the concept of intentional choice in using our limited resources and how it can lead to greater productivity. Oliver also points out techniques for how to distinguish between pursuing groundbreaking projects and trying to do everything at once, highlighting the latter as a futile struggle that often hinders meaningful work. Oliver Burkeman is the author of The Antidote: Happiness for People who Can’t Stand Positive Thinking and Help! How to Become Slightly Happier and Get a Bit More Done. He wrote a long-running column for the Guardian, This Column Will Change Your Life , and has a devoted following for his writing on productivity, mortality and the power of limits. To receive his writing as soon as it’s published, subscribe to his twice-monthly email The Imperfectionist. Connect with Oliver: Website Linkedin Twitter YouTube Connect with Erik: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The average human will live for roughly 4000 weeks. Foregrounding this can be a source of stress, leading us to constantly run from one task to another. Or, it can be a source of meaning and purpose, nudging us to focus on what really matters. In this episode, Forrest is joined by bestselling author Oliver Burkeman for an exploration of what’s really at stake in what we call “time management”. You’ll learn why doing things faster only leaves you with more to do, the hidden payoffs of constant busyness, and how we can live a more fulfilling and enjoyable life by embracing its finite nature. About our Guest: Oliver Burkeman is a bestselling author and journalist. His most recent book is Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals , and prior to that wrote The Guardian column titled, “ This Column Will Change Your Life .” He writes and publishes a twice monthly email newsletter called “ The Imperfectionist .” Watch the Episode: Prefer watching video? You can watch this episode on YouTube . Key Topics: 0:00: Introduction 0:55: Oliver’s movement towards “anti-productivity” 2:55: Doing fewer things more purposefully 4:55: Looking at your own experience, and the paradoxical notion of perfect efficiency 10:15: The wheel of craving, secondary gains, and grappling with our mortality 15:30: Procrastination and freedom from an ideal result 20:15: The poignancy of limited choice 22:50: Existential crisis, insight, and fulfillment 30:20: Organizing your daily schedule around your top priority 35:55: Frameworks for working within someone else’s schedule 39:45: The allure of middling priorities 41:40: Identifying our wants and needs, and choices that enlarge and diminish us 45:50: Five questions to ask yourself from Oliver’s book 50:00: Suffering from trying to find a solution, and life not being a ‘prologue’ 57:35: Recap Support the Podcast : We're now on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link. Sponsors: Go to healthycell.com/beingwell and use promo code BEINGWELL to get 20% off your first order. Go to BrioAirPurifier.com and use code BEINGWELL to save $100 on a Brio Air Purifier. Finally get that project off the ground with Squarespace ! Head to squarespace.com/beingwell for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch use coupon code BEINGWELL to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Join over a million people using BetterHelp , the world’s largest online counseling platform. Visit betterhelp.com/beingwell for 10% off your first month! Want to sleep better? Try the Calm app! Visit calm.com/beingwell for 40% off a premium subscription. Connect with the show: Subscribe on iTunes Follow Forrest on YouTube Follow us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/f.hanso

NYT bestselling author Oliver Burkeman has more than a decade of experience discussing topics like productivity, procrastination, and anxiety in his column for The Guardian newspaper, This Column Will Change Your Life. On this episode, Oliver talks about his game-changing new book, Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management For Mortals, his career path, how he came into the role of productivity expert, and the freedom of what he calls “a limit-embracing attitude.” More from the episode What are the added challenges of doing what you love professionally, in terms of productivity? The importance of stopping, and how patience can help you reach the finish line more consistently. Oliver describes his own system for finishing creative projects, and what productivity looks like for him. Why learning to tolerate discomfort is essential to developing a healthier relationship with time and productivity. Where do most people go wrong with time-management and productivity tools, and what can they do instead? Connect with Oliver Burkeman Oliver Burkeman’s bi-monthly newsletter: https://www.oliverburkeman.com/the-imperfectionist https://www.oliverburkeman.com/ https://twitter.com/oliverburkeman Additional Links Want to get things done? Stop thinking, start doing | Oliver Burkeman - The Guardian Why it pays to cut yourself some slack | Oliver Burkeman - The Guardian Your new superpower: NOT trying to do everything | Jessica Abel Endless to-do list? Here’s how not to waste your life | Oliver Burkeman - FT

Recently I was on holiday and I saw at least three women around the pool reading the book, Four Thousand Weeks, time management for mortals by Oliver Burkeman. Turns out the average person only has 4k weeks on earth. It doesn’t sound like much does it? That made me decide to read the book and I loved it. Oliver Burkeman is a best-selling author, keynote speaker and for many years he wrote a popular column for the Guardian, which you may have heard of, 'This Column Will Change Your Life'. This episode is about making the most of our radically finite lives in a world of impossible demands and relentless distractions. That basically describes my day-to-day. Oliver shares with us positive psychology that can help us overcome the overwhelm, make better choices and build a more meaningful relationship with time. He says that time management doesn’t mean becomming more productive, it means deciding what to neglect. And once we realise we can never fit everything in we actually then get the freedom to prioritise. This episode is for you if you always feel like there is never enough time, you are always running behind and have an endless to-do list. This conversation may offer the most useful time management tool you can incorporate into your life. If there is someone in your life who you think can benefit from this wisdom, please do share it across your favourite social media platforms. Let’s get this incredible information to as many mothers as we can. As always, we continue the conversation over on Instagram, so come and join us there. Resources for Oliver: Book: Four Thousand Weeks Website SPECIAL THANKS TO ATHLETIC GREENS - THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR We are grateful to Athletic Greens for sponsoring this episode of the Motherkind podcast. I use AG1 every morning. With 75 whole food-sourced ingredients designed to optimize 5 key areas of health, AG1 is the delicious daily habit that sets you up for a healthy future. Invest in your health without compromise! Visit athleticgreens.com/motherkind to get a FREE year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. FREEBIE! Find out how you can take control of your life, reconnect to you and more! Download ‘10 Ways to Reconnect to You’ and our weekly and monthly check-in on Motherkind.co. Are you ready to find freedom from guilt? Let me help you find Freedom from Perfectionism if you are a mother who has ever felt not quite enough. Come follow us on Instagram for tips and announcements. About Oliver Burkeman Oliver Burkeman is the author of the New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller Four Thousand Weeks, about embracing limitation and finally getting round to what counts, along with The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can't Stand Positive Thinking and Help! How to Become Slightly Happier and Get a Bit More Done. For many years he wrote a popular column for the Guardian, 'This Column Will Change Your Life'. In his email newsletter The Imperfectionist, he writes about productivity, mortality, the power of limits and building a meaningful life in an age of distraction. He lives in the North York Moors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Evolving Leader, co-hosts Jean Gomes and Scott Allender talk to author and former Guardian journalist Oliver Burkeman . For more than 10 years, Oliver Burkeman wrote the weekly ‘This Column Will Change Your Life’ column in the Guardian newspaper providing readers with ideas for a better life. In his latest book 4000 weeks, he rejects the obsession with 'getting everything done,' and introduces readers to tools for constructing a meaningful life by embracing rather than denying their limitations. Four Thousand Weeks (Vintage, 2022) This Column Will Change Your Life ‘the eight secrets to a (fairly) fulfilled life’. Oliver Burkeman's final weekly column in the Guarding (pubished 4 September, 2020) 0.00 Introduction 2.40 Could we have a brief tour of your world and how you became a chronicler of ideas about living a good life. 5.20 When you look back at your Guardian column, what were some of the ideas and people that most stood out to you? 8.11 Tell us why you wrote 4000 weeks. 10.41 How has our concept of time changed through the ages? 15.43 Can you tell us about the paradox of limitation? 18.09 You describe how the German philosopher, Martin Heidegger argued that our finite existence is bound with time and that most of us spend our time denying this fact either through distraction or denial – what can we take from his thinking by flipping the constraints of mortality? 23.24 How are we using distraction as avoidance, and how could positive distraction be useful? 28.30 Let’s turn to the benefits of procrastination. 32.34 In the context of organisational life, how should leaders think about the idea of inevitable limitations? 37.45 How can the mindset shift that underlies 4000 weeks be applied in an organisation? As a leader, what steps can be taken to normalise a change in philosophy whilst at the same time preventing it from being misused as an invitation to stop making plans for the future? 42.25 This is where we hobbies and family life makes such a difference to our lives – how we’re almost embarrassed to confess we have such a thing as a hobby. Can you talk about paying yourself first? Recommended listening from the Evolving Leader archive: How Emotions Are Made with Lisa Feldman Barrett Part 1 / Part 2 Social: Instagram @evolvingleader LinkedIn The Evolving Leader Podcast Twitter @Evolving_Leader The Evolving Leader is researched, written and presented by Jean Gomes and Scott Allender with production by Phil Kerby . It is an Outside production. Send a message to The Evolving Leader team After more than 5 years of hosting The Evolving Leader, Jean Gomes and Scott Allender are launching their new show The Mindset Economy in January 2026. The new show will explore how to live better, work smarter and be connected in a more uncertain world where machines can think. Available wherever you get your podcasts.