Monday, November 21, 2016

Rest

"When we stop and rest properly, we're not paying a tax on creativity. We're investing in it."

Amen

As we begin a Monday slog, let's contemplate a new book by Alex Soojung-Kim Pang - "Why You Get More Done When You Work Less".  This is from a book review in the latest Time magazine.  The theory is that maximum productivity requires four hours  a day of focused work. To get the most out of the rest of the day one should walk, nap, read, and contemplate life.

Sounds good to me.  When I really think about my work day - indeed, the quality of my work is best in the morning from eight to noon.  After lunch - nah, I'm watching the clock and hammering through tasks. I'm working for the pay check - this is not enrichment. 

What about you? 

At least this is a short week - countdown to Thanksgiving, for which I am grateful!!!

16 comments:

  1. Wouldn't it be nice if our employers would pay us for 4 hours of focused time what we get 8 hours now? I probably stay focused 7 out of 8 hours a work day, but I get paid production, do I need to keep to the grind so to speak.

    Betty

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    1. work is work and play is play. The system is probably best as it is.

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  2. Yep, after lunch I'm ready to go home. Mind needs a break from the mundane.

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  3. I love the idea of four focussed hours of work. I need to do that with my writing. After lunch it is hard to stay awake and focussed.

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    1. exactly. Best to take a break and come back refreshed

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  4. I can't nap but I try to break stuff up during the day...some crafting, some cleaning, some errands. But I really don't know how I got all this done and worked full time. I'm busting my ass more as a stay at home wife.

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    1. time goes faster at home too.....I swear the weekends zoom by

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  5. That's an interesting theory. I am most productive in the morning too. I'm all for walking, napping, reading, and contemplating life. :)

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  6. I too, am a morning person. And, working 32 hours instead of the old 40 plus has granted me the opportunity to do work I want to do, in addition to what I am paid to do. Less money, but much more contentment!

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    1. I have flexibility too and work 35 hours/week, but my drive takes up 2 more hours each day. That's the time suck, but I do think about stuff along with the important eyes on the road trick.

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  7. Yes, if I kept the Sabbath (Jewish day of rest, Saturday), I'd likely be a lot more productive and creative. Alas, I do not. But Thanksgiving is welcome, and I hope you have a wonderful one, Joanne.

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    1. we are all guilty of rip roaring along. Take time and enjoy some turkey (and chocolate too!)

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  8. Hi Joanne - balance of life ... and having something behind the scenes to help enjoy it ... not so easy - Happy Thanksgiving ... cheers Hilary

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    1. I do think our blogs give us some time for reflection and to be creative too.

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