Wisdom Wrap Up: The Active Pursuit of Doing Nothing

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Thank you for joining another episode of The ProFiles Podcast! Today's edition takes a unique turn from the usual format. 

In a world dominated by the attention economy, where external pressures and social media dictate our actions, we often believe that packing our lives with constant activity is the key to fulfillment. However, I challenge this assumption. In this episode, I share my reflections on this prevalent mindset, drawing from academic literature that supports my perspective.

Tune in as I explore the concept of the active pursuit of doing nothing and its implications for our lives. I've crafted a short piece that I hope sparks contemplation about where you direct your attention and, ultimately, how you live your life. Let's embark on this journey of introspection together!

Works Cited

Roberts, J. (n.d.). The Power of Patience - Harvard University. Harvard Magazine. https://projects.iq.harvard.edu/files/whenartmakesmusic/files/2_roberts_harvard_art_historian_jennifer_roberts_teaches_the_value_of_immersive_attention_harvard_magazine.pdf

Samarrai, F. (2021, June 16). Doing something is better than doing nothing for most people, study shows. UVA Today. https://news.virginia.edu/content/doing-something-better-doing-nothing-most-people-study-shows

Schiller, J. (2022, December 7). Average human attention span by age: 31 statistics. The Treetop ABA Therapy. https://www.thetreetop.com/statistics/average-human-attention-span