Step off the treadmill
productivity and burnout dominate our daily routines. Jocelyn K Glei's Hurry Slowly podcast offers a refreshing counterbalance, reminding us that slowing down can make us more productive, creative and resilient. It's about reclaiming the most precious resource — time.
Glei structures her days by alternating between 'deep attention' and 'hyper-attention' activities. She aligns her most mentally demanding work with her natural energy peaks and dips, following her circadian rhythm to maximise focus.
In a February episode, The Tyranny of Urgency, Glei tackles a familiar foe: the tyranny of urgency. She dives into how we can navigate the tension between an external world that glorifies speed and efficiency, and our inner world, where the urge to create, play, rest and explore — without deadlines — resides. The episode speaks to our constant tug-of-war with the 'values of technology' and how they often clash with our need for a more meaningful pace.
If you're tired of being trapped in a perpetual state of emergency that forces you to see your life through optimisation, Hurry Slowly is your invitation to rediscover a healthier, more balanced live.
