The first episode, which is now available, discusses the time-maximizing myths of the modern era--notably, the idea that some perfect future exists in which we are 'on top of everything' and our time is fully in our control. The author Oliver Burkeman argues that this romantic thinking is exactly what makes it challenging to avoid future-focused thinking and just lean into the moment. The episode further explores how to rethink time wasted as time well spent.
With an aim to make self-reflection and introspection a vital component of daily life, the How To series provides insights from social scientists, writers, and a range of experts on how to think about our lives, how to think about ourselves, and how to live well with others. The fifth season arrives as the culmination of an ambitious year of audio offerings at The Atlantic.
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