The Surprising Benefits of Being Less Productive (and Potentially Retiring Earlier)

In a world obsessed with efficiency, optimization, and getting more done in less time, the idea of intentionally being less productive may sound counterintuitive. Yet, as Oliver Burkeman — author of “Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals” and “Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts” — suggests, redefining our relationship with…