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In this episode, Oliver Burkeman, discusses how to accept limitations and make time for what counts. He offers a compelling exploration of the challenges inherent in daily living. With a focus on understanding imperfectionism and life’s constraints, his work provides practical strategies and thought-provoking insights for finding greater balance and meaning in life.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Embrace imperfectionism to unlock personal growth potential
• Discover techniques to infuse everyday life with meaning and purpose
• Overcome the challenge of finite time to live a fulfilling life
• Shift from perfectionism to take meaningful action in life
• Master strategies to manage information overload and find balance

Oliver Burkeman worked for many years at The Guardian, where he wrote a popular weekly column on psychology, “This Column Will Change Your Life.” His books include the New York Times bestseller Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals, The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can’t Stand Positive Thinking. and his newest book, Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts.

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