Name: How burnout makes us less creative
Uploaded: 2020-02-10T13:41:31Z
Duration: 4 min 50 s
Description: Our obsession with productivity -- to-do lists, life hacks, morning routines -- is making us less productive, says digital anthropologist Rahaf Harfoush. She explains why we need to redesign our workday around creativity -- not just efficiency.

Our obsession with productivity -- to-do lists, life hacks, morning routines -- is making us less productive, says digital anthropologist Rahaf Harfoush. She explains why we need to redesign our workday around creativity -- not just efficiency.

Chasing endless productivity can leave minds depleted, as shown by burnout that led to insomnia, weight gain, and hair loss. Productivity tools designed for efficiency often backfire in creative fields, forcing people to justify every moment of their day. Genuine creative work demands downtime, yet most people struggle to take even half their vacation days. Rethinking old work myths lets creativity flourish and opens the door to healthier, more sustainable habits.

Relentless Productivity Crushes Creativity And Fuels Burnout

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How burnout makes us less creative