Today I'm sharing what I learned in a book that covers concepts like plate sizes and pennies to help you avoid burnout (and recognize when you're about to get there).
Love this, Claire! Similarly, I think of life as an overflowing buffet and there's only so much you can fit on the plate before the different foods start to flow together and taste indistinguishable.
I'd also be curious of your thoughts on Barbara Oakley's work. Last year I figured out that I have an above-average long-term memory but low working memory; meaning I can't cram for an exam the night before but can retain and retrieve random facts about a person I've only met and conversed with a few times. It's helped me realize I am *not* defective for not being able to handle a Cheesecake Factory sized plate, and figure out which productivity systems work best for my individual needs.
Thinking uses pennies!!!! Omg. Yes. Even when I’m not “working” a subbing job (in my kids school) I’m thinking about how I should pick up a shift, or I’m feeling guilty because I haven’t “worked” in a few weeks. But the reality is that my plate is completely full and my pennies are spent. I think I need to release the mental load I’m carrying.
Thank you. Beautifully written. I absolutely needed this today. And, I still hope we can work together soon, as long as that doesn’t overflow your plate!).
Love this, Claire! Similarly, I think of life as an overflowing buffet and there's only so much you can fit on the plate before the different foods start to flow together and taste indistinguishable.
I'd also be curious of your thoughts on Barbara Oakley's work. Last year I figured out that I have an above-average long-term memory but low working memory; meaning I can't cram for an exam the night before but can retain and retrieve random facts about a person I've only met and conversed with a few times. It's helped me realize I am *not* defective for not being able to handle a Cheesecake Factory sized plate, and figure out which productivity systems work best for my individual needs.
Thinking uses pennies!!!! Omg. Yes. Even when I’m not “working” a subbing job (in my kids school) I’m thinking about how I should pick up a shift, or I’m feeling guilty because I haven’t “worked” in a few weeks. But the reality is that my plate is completely full and my pennies are spent. I think I need to release the mental load I’m carrying.
Also, mental/digital clutter 😫😱🫣
Thank you. Beautifully written. I absolutely needed this today. And, I still hope we can work together soon, as long as that doesn’t overflow your plate!).