Episode
#569 - Chris Bailey - How To Stop Feeling So Burned Out
1:15:12
Published: Mon Dec 26 2022
Description
Chris Bailey is a productivity consultant, researcher and best selling author. Being productive is great. Everyone wants to get more done in less time and achieve their goals. But overshooting your tolerance for work can result in misery, fatigue, loss of creativity and days in bed. Finding a balance between the grind and being calm is vital. Expect to learn the scientific theory explaining why burnout exists, why calmness and productivity are intrinsically linked, how being dopamine-driven is a dangerous motivator, how to slow down without feeling idle and lazy, the science of savouring life, why people who watch the news get more PTSD than people who experienced a bombing attack and much more... Sponsors: Get 10% discount on all Gymshark’s products at https://bit.ly/sharkwisdom (use code: MW10) Get 20% discount on the best Ketone Drink at https://ketone-iq.com/ (use code MW10) Get 20% discount on House Of Macadamias’ nuts at https://houseofmacadamias.com/modernwisdom (use code MW20) Extra Stuff: Check out Chris' website - https://alifeofproductivity.com/ Buy How To Calm Your Mind - https://amzn.to/3I6NSK6 Get my free Reading List of 100 books to read before you die → https://chriswillx.com/books/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast Email: https://chriswillx.com/contact/
Chapters
Dr. Celine Gounder discusses the scientific theory behind burnout, the relationship between calmness and productivity, the dangers of being dopamine driven, and the science of savoring life.
00:00 - 05:21 (05:21)
Summary
Dr. Celine Gounder discusses the scientific theory behind burnout, the relationship between calmness and productivity, the dangers of being dopamine driven, and the science of savoring life.
Episode#569 - Chris Bailey - How To Stop Feeling So Burned Out
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The speaker talks about how they bought into the story that others told them about being unstoppable or superhumanly productive and how they realized that this was not true, leading them to look for help and insights from experts.
05:21 - 10:27 (05:05)
Summary
The speaker talks about how they bought into the story that others told them about being unstoppable or superhumanly productive and how they realized that this was not true, leading them to look for help and insights from experts.
Episode#569 - Chris Bailey - How To Stop Feeling So Burned Out
PodcastModern Wisdom
While burnout may be our responsibility to address, it is not always our fault.
10:27 - 19:29 (09:02)
Summary
While burnout may be our responsibility to address, it is not always our fault. We need to consistently assess our energy and productivity levels, and take action by controlling when we work on something and how we execute it to avoid burnout.
Episode#569 - Chris Bailey - How To Stop Feeling So Burned Out
PodcastModern Wisdom
This podcast episode discusses the importance of values such as service and kindness in bringing meaning to our experiences, as well as the impact of observing ourselves manifesting those values on our overall well-being.
19:29 - 26:21 (06:51)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the importance of values such as service and kindness in bringing meaning to our experiences, as well as the impact of observing ourselves manifesting those values on our overall well-being.
Episode#569 - Chris Bailey - How To Stop Feeling So Burned Out
PodcastModern Wisdom
Chronic stress is the no good, very bad kind of stress that we face repeatedly, while acute stress is a short-lived response to a new challenge.
26:21 - 31:55 (05:33)
Summary
Chronic stress is the no good, very bad kind of stress that we face repeatedly, while acute stress is a short-lived response to a new challenge.
Episode#569 - Chris Bailey - How To Stop Feeling So Burned Out
PodcastModern Wisdom
By dissecting the chronic stress sources we face on a daily basis and categorizing them as chronic or acute, we can gain more control over our day and limit our workload.
31:55 - 37:01 (05:06)
Summary
By dissecting the chronic stress sources we face on a daily basis and categorizing them as chronic or acute, we can gain more control over our day and limit our workload. Setting boundaries around our pursuit of productivity can be a powerful way to manage stress at work.
Episode#569 - Chris Bailey - How To Stop Feeling So Burned Out
PodcastModern Wisdom
The podcast discusses the impact of anxiety on reducing cognitive capacity and how the need for accomplishment drives people to compensate for their loss of energy, leading to a decline in productivity.
37:01 - 47:07 (10:06)
Summary
The podcast discusses the impact of anxiety on reducing cognitive capacity and how the need for accomplishment drives people to compensate for their loss of energy, leading to a decline in productivity.
Episode#569 - Chris Bailey - How To Stop Feeling So Burned Out
PodcastModern Wisdom
The different activities we engage in throughout the day exist at different levels of stimulation and affect us differently.
47:07 - 53:26 (06:18)
Summary
The different activities we engage in throughout the day exist at different levels of stimulation and affect us differently. By charting our average stimulation height and becoming aware of how each activity makes us feel, we can find balance in our days and lessen anxiety.
Episode#569 - Chris Bailey - How To Stop Feeling So Burned Out
PodcastModern Wisdom
The idea of busyness is often seen as a measure of productivity, however, this is not always the case.
53:26 - 58:30 (05:04)
Summary
The idea of busyness is often seen as a measure of productivity, however, this is not always the case. Allowing your mind to wander and generate ideas can lead to more contributions and success both in personal and professional settings.
Episode#569 - Chris Bailey - How To Stop Feeling So Burned Out
PodcastModern Wisdom
The host discusses how their anxiety was caused by various stimuli including alcohol use, social media, and checking on book sales, and shares that self-care strategies did not work for them in the journey towards finding calmness.
58:30 - 1:04:25 (05:54)
Summary
The host discusses how their anxiety was caused by various stimuli including alcohol use, social media, and checking on book sales, and shares that self-care strategies did not work for them in the journey towards finding calmness.
Episode#569 - Chris Bailey - How To Stop Feeling So Burned Out
PodcastModern Wisdom
Counting down to an event creates effective memory traces and leads to enjoying the experience even more when it actually happens.
1:04:25 - 1:12:42 (08:16)
Summary
Counting down to an event creates effective memory traces and leads to enjoying the experience even more when it actually happens. Lowering mental stimulation allows for intentions to guide actions instead of just focusing on the most novel option in the moment.
Episode#569 - Chris Bailey - How To Stop Feeling So Burned Out
PodcastModern Wisdom
The episode talks about how feeling a sense of awe can have a calming effect on us, even when we look at something through our peripheral vision.
1:12:42 - 1:15:11 (02:29)
Summary
The episode talks about how feeling a sense of awe can have a calming effect on us, even when we look at something through our peripheral vision. It also discusses the benefits of having a gratitude ritual, where we think of three things we are grateful for every night before sleeping.