18. Obsessed with Productivity

EPISODE SUMMARY If you’re a high-achiever, you’ve experienced an unexplainable obsession with the need to be productive all the time. You may find yourself feeling guilty for taking time off, or may experience angst when trying to relax. This is your over-achieving brain keeping you in high gear. There is nothing wrong with being productive, but if the obsession hinders your ability to rest and recover, you may be on the road to overwhelm and burnout. In this episode of The Speed of Life Show we will discuss our society’s obsession with productivity and how resting and giving yourself mental space can actually make you more productive! You’ll learn how to manage your “always be productive” mind and I’ll give you tips that you can apply in order to be productive in a healthy way for maximum efficiency.