Are you also struggling to find enough time to do all the things you need and want to do? You are certainly in good company as this is a phenomenon affecting most of us. And while there is no way to increase this finite resource, there are a few things that we can do to help us feel a little more in control. Our guest Karla Borland is a busy veterinary anaesthetist and competitive long-distance runner who has tried out a few things herself and is sharing her insights and experiences with host Petra Agthe.
Main points discussed in this episode:
0:56 Introduction to episode
4:30 Karla's busy schedule
7:47 Karla's 3 key principles: Awareness of mortality, prioritisation, saying no when needed
10:19 Importance of good communication, importance of sustainability and acceptance of imperfection
19:00 Karla's tips on scheduling, email inbox system and making good use of little time pockets; connection between time, energy and attention; perfectionism revisited
24:56 Importance of allowing time for recovery
31:59 How to avoid procrastination
33:23 Where to find Karla, Conclusion and Preview on next episode
Other resources you may be interested in:
Podcast with Oliver Burkman about time management: https://www.tenpercent.com/podcast-episode/oliver-burkeman-456
Website Oliver Burkman: https://www.oliverburkeman.com
How to say no: https://www.verywellmind.com/say-no-to-people-making-demands-on-your-time-3145025
Reducing perfectionism: https://www.verywellmind.com/overcoming-perfectionism-how-to-work-past-perfectionism-3144700
Where to find Karla Borland:
Website: https://www.whatkarladid.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatkarladid/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatkarladid
We are happily funding this podcast ourselves to keep it independent. However, you can show your support by donating towards a fundraising campaign in aid of a mental health project for Ukrainian veterinary colleagues: https://galaxyvets.foundation/campaigns/mental-health-support-for-ukrainian-veterinary-professionals/
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Credits: Music- Deep Ambience by Coma-Media, Pixabay; Images for Artwork- OpenClipart-Vectors, Pixabay