Summary of Do Nothing

Do Nothing: Standing Up to the Cult of Busy by Celeste Headlee is a book that explores the idea of stepping back from the hectic pace of modern life. Headlee encourages readers to identify and eliminate the sources of busyness that take away their time, energy, and joy. She argues that busyness has become an epidemic and has causes negative consequences for both the individual and society. Headlee believes that embracing silence, stillness, creativity and receptivity, and filling our lives with meaningful otherwise “lost” tasks re-engages our connection with life. Through personal stories, scientific research, and interviews with experts, Headlee shows readers how to do “nothing” and reclaim their time, energy, and creativity.