In Search of Wisdom

In this episode, I speak to Oliver Burkeman the author of the new book Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals. Oliver is a great writer, and this book is no exception.  In the conversation, Oliver and I discuss:What makes Four Thousand Weeks different from other books on time managementThe productivity trapWhy it’s difficult to find time for the meaningful tasks in our lifeThe importance of patienceWhy accepting our mortality leads us to make wise decisionsLiving in uncertainty and much moreConnect with Oliver Burkeman:Homepage: oliverburkeman.com/Twitter: twitter.com/oliverburkemanFollow In Search of Wisdom:Twitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdomInstagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcastSign-up for The PATH our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).  Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

Show Notes

In this episode, I speak to Oliver Burkeman the author of the new book Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals. Oliver is a great writer, and this book is no exception. 
 In the conversation, Oliver and I discuss:
  • What makes Four Thousand Weeks different from other books on time management
  • The productivity trap
  • Why it’s difficult to find time for the meaningful tasks in our life
  • The importance of patience
  • Why accepting our mortality leads us to make wise decisions
  • Living in uncertainty and much more

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What is In Search of Wisdom?

In Search of Wisdom is a podcast for seekers and curious minds interested in timeless principles and practices for everyday life. Join the search with J.W. Bertolotti from the Perennial Leader Project as he engages in meaningful conversations with leading thinkers in philosophy, theology, and everything in between. Learn more at PerennialLeader.com.