#68 The Clock is Ticking
The Clock is Ticking
When was the last time you felt pressed for time? (I’m guessing it wasn’t that long ago!)
While too much time pressure can be stressful, there are also upsides. Research has shown that temporal scarcity – the perception or reality that time is running out – can be beneficial by:
1. Helping us focus and prioritize what matters (remember when you whipped off a presentation the day before it was due?)
2. Encouraging us to stop procrastinating, plan well, and work more efficiently
3. Catalyzing creativity and innovation
Inspiring us to lead more intentional lives by investing in – and cherishing – our relationships, pursuits, and experiences
To appreciate temporal scarcity in your own life, try this simple online calculator, which will estimate how many weeks you have left if you live to 91.
Then consider: what else can you do to make your time left as meaningful and rewarding as possible?