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September 4, 2025 39 mins

Ever feel like life is just a blur of tasks, errands, and obligations? In “Stop What You Are Doing Now: How To Achieve More By Doing Less,” I sit down with Peggy Sullivan, a well-known advocate for intentional living and author of “Beyond Busyness.” Together, we dive deep into why constantly grinding doesn’t equal greater productivity or happiness, and how breaking the addiction to busyness can actually put you on the fast track to real achievement, balance, and joy.

Peggy shares her wake-up story (including her now-legendary accidental cat food dinner), pivotal lessons from corporate life, and the exact methods she’s used to help professionals at Google and beyond reclaim hours in their busy weeks. We’ll unpack her proven, busy-busting framework, which includes three simple steps to intentionally subtract what drains you, build daily happiness rituals, and align every “yes” or “no” with your core values.

What You’ll Learn

  1. Why busyness is an addiction, not a badge of honor: Learn to recognize and break free from the “hustle culture” mindset that quietly sabotages your time, health, and relationships.
  2. Peggy Sullivan’s 3-step busy-busting process: Discover the secrets to subtracting low-value tasks, practicing happiness rituals, and using your priorities as a filter for every commitment.
  3. How micro steps spark big results: Simple tweaks, from savoring chocolate to morning dance breaks, can reset your energy, lift your mood, and transform daily productivity.
  4. Ditch multitasking; do more with focus: See why doing less at once actually drives greater success, fewer mistakes, and more satisfaction.
  5. Top strategies for managing daily stress: Differentiate between micro and macro stressors so you can conserve your resources for what truly matters.

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Want actionable productivity tips? Ready to break the addiction to busyness and embrace intentional living? Start transforming your life with micro-steps that are easy, fun, and tailored just for you.

Take action; like, share, and subscribe so you’ll never miss out on tips for a more balanced, fulfilling life. Comment below: What’s the first “busy trap” you’re ready to ditch?

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