Practicing Connection

Prevent Burnout with "Unfocusing"

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What if the key to getting more done is doing less focusing?

In this episode, Erin introduces the concept of unfocusing - not slacking off, but intentionally giving your brain a chance to rest and recharge.

Drawing from Dr. Srini Pillay's book Tinker, Dabble, Doodle, Try, we explore why hyperfocusing leads to burnout, mental rigidity, and even impaired decision-making.

Then…