Watch Pure Public Relations founder Phoebe Netto explain how ‘busyness’ can actually stop you from reaching your goals and achieving lasting success.
Are you caught up in ‘the cult of busy’? In a time where many people work from home, it’s easier than ever to glamorise overworking.
But not having any time for yourself isn’t something to brag about.
While the cult of busy tells us that downtime is the enemy of progress, the truth is that busyness can actually be the enemy of true success – both in our professional and personal lives.
When we don’t nurture our personal lives with rest, exploration, hobbies, wonder, creative expression, fun, passions, and relationships that fill our cup, it can affect every aspect of our lives.
Not only can over-working lead to burnout, stress, and severe physical health problems, but it can also take a toll on our mental wellbeing and relationships.
And while busyness can make us feel like we’re on the right track, the truth is that career success isn’t about how many hours a week you work – it’s about the quality of work you produce.
The people who log the most hours in-office are usually not the ones who are doing the best work.
In fact, people who prioritise protecting their energy by saying no to anything that does not value their time, are able to say yes to greater things that do create high value.
Focus, ideas, deep insights, strong leadership, innovation, curiosity, meaningful relationships and productivity all start with a rested and inspired mind, and an enriched life.
So if you’re stuck in the cycle of busyness, stop thinking in terms of time management, and instead think in terms of energy management. We all have the same amount of hours in a day, but if you use yours wisely, you can bring significance and value, rather than simply getting through a long task list.
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