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The pursuit of efficiency can detract from joy from "summary" of Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman
Life's limited span often leads to an obsession with maximizing productivity. This drive for efficiency can create a paradox: the more one strives to optimize time and tasks, the less room there is for genuine enjoyment. When each moment is meticulously scheduled and every activity scrutinized for its utility, the spontaneity and pleasure that come from unplanned experiences are lost. People find themselves caught in a cycle of relentless busyness, mistaking constant activity for fulfillment. The checklist mentality—where joy is measured by completed tasks—overlooks the richness of moments that cannot be quantified. Experiences that once brought delight can become mere items on a to-do list, stripped of their inherent value. In this relentless quest, the art of being present is often sacrificed. Engagement in activities for their own sake, rather than their output, b...
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