Overwhelmed: Work, Love, and Play When No One Has the Time
Brigid Schulte
10 Key ideas
26 MINS
4.4 (851)
Self growth Family & Kids
Ever wondered why the dream of a leisurely future, once imagined by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, hasn't materialized?
Eager to learn how our societal obsession with busyness is impacting our mental and physical health?
Interested in exploring how the relentless pursuit of busyness overshadows the benefits of a more balanced, reflective life?
Dive into this intriguing and eye-opening examination of our modern relationship with time and productivity!
Ever wondered why the dream of a leisurely future, once imagined by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, hasn't materialized?
Eager to learn how our societal obsession with busyness is impacting our mental and physical health?
Interested in exploring how the relentless pursuit of busyness overshadows the benefits of a more balanced, reflective life?
Dive into this intriguing and eye-opening examination of our modern relationship with time and productivity!
Key Ideas
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#1
Can We Really Unlock 30 Hours of Hidden Leisure Each Week?
01 Jan 1970
02:35
02:35
#2
Eisenhower's Dream Deferred: The Modern Obsession with Busyness and Its Toll
01 Jan 1970
02:42
02:42
#3
Is the Ideal Worker Myth Holding Back Equal Opportunity in the Workplace?
01 Jan 1970
02:27
02:27
#4
The Tale of Two Pats: Buchanan vs. Schroeder in America's Child Care Battle
01 Jan 1970
02:03
02:03
#5
Could Embracing Work-Life Balance Boost Your Creativity and Productivity?
01 Jan 1970
02:03
02:03
#6
Redefining Thanksgiving: Finding Balance with Jessica DeGroot's Third Path
01 Jan 1970
02:19
02:19
#7
Is Karen Graf's Struggle Reflective of America's New Motherhood Crisis?
01 Jan 1970
04:15
04:15
#8
Hygge at Heart: Vibeke Koushede’s Guide to Danish Work-Life Bliss
01 Jan 1970
02:53
02:53
#9
Can Tony Schwartz's Energy Project Revolutionize Your Daily Productivity?
01 Jan 1970
03:03
03:03
#10
Final Recap
01 Jan 1970
01:49
01:49
About Author
Brigid Schulte is an acclaimed journalist and author, known for her insightful work on work-life balance and time management. She wrote the book "Overwhelmed: Work, Love, and Play When No One Has the Time," which delves into the challenges of modern life and offers strategies for finding balance. Schulte is also the director of the Better Life Lab at New America, where she continues to explore issues related to work, gender, and social policy. Her work has resonated with many readers seeking to manage their hectic lives more effectively.
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