TED: The real reason you feel so busy (and what to do about it) | Dorie Clark

The video discusses the societal emphasis on busyness and its downsides, highlighting a gap between the need for strategic thinking and the reality of constant busyness. It explores cultural and psychological factors that contribute to this phenomenon, including the status associated with being busy and the avoidance of uncertainty. A personal story illustrates how busyness can be a coping mechanism. The video concludes by proposing a change towards creating space for freedom and choice in how we spend our time.

What percentage of leaders agree on the importance of long-term strategic thinking?

• 99%

• 80%

• 90%

• 97%

How many meetings does the average professional attend per month?

• 62

• 30

• 45

• 75

What percentage of time do professionals spend responding to emails, according to a McKinsey study?

• 50%

• 35%

• 28%

• 15%

In some cultures, busyness is perceived as a form of what?

• Happiness

• Status

• Wealth

• Knowledge

What is one reason people might avoid asking existential questions?

• Fear of the answer

• Fear of success

• Lack of resources

• Lack of time

What is suggested as a more sustainable solution than busyness?

• Creating space for freedom

• Ignoring problems

• Better time management

• More work

What is the ultimate goal of achieving real freedom according to the final section?

• Traveling more

• Choosing how to spend time

• Gaining more power

• Earning more money