Chapter
The "Busy" Trap
05:53 - 10:45 (04:52)
The author argues that our current culture values busyness as a status symbol, leading to people feeling stressed and anxious in an effort to prove their importance. He suggests that we should reframe our idea of what constitutes a fulfilling life.
Clips
Tim and Tim Kreider discuss Tim Kreider's book, "Lazy: A Manifesto," which analyzes the cultural pressures that have us valuing busyness over living a more deliberate and fulfilling life.
05:53 - 07:06 (01:13)
Lifestyle
Summary
Tim and Tim Kreider discuss Tim Kreider's book, "Lazy: A Manifesto," which analyzes the cultural pressures that have us valuing busyness over living a more deliberate and fulfilling life.
ChapterThe "Busy" Trap
Episode#68: Lazy: A Manifesto (15 Min)
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The term "plan shopping" is yet another example of our culture's glorification of busy-ness, where people feel the need to constantly appear occupied and important, often at the expense of genuine relationships and experiences.
07:06 - 10:45 (03:39)
Culture
Summary
The term "plan shopping" is yet another example of our culture's glorification of busy-ness, where people feel the need to constantly appear occupied and important, often at the expense of genuine relationships and experiences.