In this episode of Wild Medicine, Dr. Michelle Peris explores the pervasive culture of busyness and its detrimental effects on mental health and well-being.

She discusses the concept of 'time poverty' and how societal pressures lead to burnout and exhaustion.

Dr. Peris emphasizes the importance of stillness and mindfulness, encouraging listeners to unplug from their busy lives and confront their emotions.

The episode concludes with an invitation to embrace stillness as a path to personal growth and fulfillment in the upcoming year.

Takeaways:

• The concept of busy has become a prevalent identity in society.

• Time poverty affects our ability to prioritize health and well-being.

• Burnout is normalized, yet it should be taken seriously.

• Many people prefer distraction over stillness, even to the point of self-harm.

• Unplugging from distractions can lead to profound personal insights.

• Emotions need to be processed rather than avoided.

• The cycle of emotions includes a peak and a deceleration.

• Being busy is often a status symbol that leads to disconnection.

• Personal growth requires confronting uncomfortable emotions.

• Freedom and internal peace come from embracing stillness.

Chapters:

00:00: The Busy Identity: A Cultural Phenomenon

08:18: The Consequences of Busyness

12:59: The Permission to Slow Down

17:57: Unplugging: A Radical Act of Self-Love

26:00: Embracing Stillness for Personal Growth

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