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The average person has 4,000 weeks on earth. It doesn\u2019t sound like much does it? You\u2019re probably doing mental arithmetic right now trying to work out how many weeks you might have left. But if that sounds like a pessimistic start to this podcast, fear not. My guest today is Oliver Burkeman, journalist and author, whose latest book is Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management For Mortals. And in this conversation, he shares a positive philosophy that can help us all overcome the overwhelm, make better choices, and build a meaningful relationship with time.\n\xa0\nWe begin by talking about our concept of time and how we falsely believe it\u2019s something we can control. We think of time as infinite and don\u2019t realise how distraction \u2013\xa0that modern-day temptation \u2013\xa0is robbing it from us. Or maybe we do know time is finite, says Oliver, but we just feel overwhelmed by all the things we have to do or want to do. How will we fit them all in?\nThe truth, he points out, is that we won\u2019t. Many of the productivity hacks that we learn are a delusion. Time management doesn\u2019t mean becoming more productive, it means deciding what to neglect. And once we realise we can never fit everything in, we get the freedom to prioritise.\nThinking about our limited lifespan may sound bleak, but Oliver is convinced that imposing limits of knowledge like this can help us live a more fulfilled and less stressed life. We\u2019re more likely to use time mindfully, or be more creative, when we know it\u2019s finite.\n\xa0\nI absolutely loved talking with Oliver and I think his words will give you plenty to reflect on. In a world of demands, distractions and endless to-do lists, this conversation might be the most useful time-management tool of all.\nThis conversation is full of mind-blowing facts and insights but it\u2019s also really empowering and contains simple, practical tips that all of us can use to improve our lives. I hope you enjoy listening.\nThanks to our sponsors:\nhttps://www.leafyard.com/livemore\nhttps://www.blublox.com/livemore\nhttps://www.athleticgreens.com/livemore\nOrder Dr Chatterjee's new book\xa0Happy Mind, Happy Life: UK version:\xa0https://amzn.to/304opgJ, US & Canada version:\xa0https://amzn.to/3DRxjgp\nSupport the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts\xa0https://apple.co/3oAKmxi. For other podcast platforms go to\xa0https://fblm.supercast.com.\nShow notes available at\xa0https://drchatterjee.com/260\nDISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified health care provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.\n Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.