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What We Owe the Future by William MacAskill review – a thrilling prescription for humanity
Unapologetically optimistic and bracingly realistic, a philosopher’s guide to ‘ethical living’ for dangerous times
Oliver Burkeman
25, Aug, 2022 @6:30 AM
In your own time: how to live for today the philosophical way
What’s gone is gone, but don’t waste time worrying about that.
Or on what comes next. The ideal way to age is to be in the moment
Or on what comes next. The ideal way to age is to be in the moment
Oliver Burkeman
10, Jun, 2022 @6:00 AM
The Expectation Effect by David Robson review – mind-changing science
From exercise to old age, the latest research shows that what we believe can have some very concrete consequences
Oliver Burkeman
06, Jan, 2022 @7:30 AM
New year, same old you! The secret to self-improvement is embracing your messy, imperfect life
It’s only when you learn to accept who you are, flaws and all, that you can make real, worthwhile change
Oliver Burkeman
01, Jan, 2022 @8:00 AM
The clockwork universe: is free will an illusion?
The long read: A growing chorus of scientists and philosophers argue that free will does not exist. Could they be right?
Oliver Burkeman
27, Apr, 2021 @5:00 AM
Beyond Order by Jordan Peterson review – more rules for life
Despite the psychologist’s role in the culture wars, his books present him as a personal trainer for the soul ... Is his latest advice bracing and useful or merely humourless and banal?
Oliver Burkeman
02, Mar, 2021 @6:00 AM
The Hidden Spring by Mark Solms review – the riddle of consciousness solved?
I feel therefore I am ... In this fascinating study, a neuropsychologist argues that the mystery of consciousness centres on emotions
Oliver Burkeman
05, Feb, 2021 @7:30 AM
Want to improve focus and productivity? Do one thing at a time
Juggling too many activities wastes time and energy, so shelve at least some for those life goals (for now)
Oliver Burkeman
08, Jan, 2021 @3:00 PM
Oliver Burkeman's last column: the eight secrets to a (fairly) fulfilled life
After more than a decade of writing life-changing advice, I know when to move on. Here’s what else I learned
Oliver Burkeman
04, Sep, 2020 @2:00 PM
Suffering from brain mush? Here’s how to get things done | Oliver Burkeman
It’s hard to focus on one thing if you’re anxious about multiple tasks, but there’s a way through the fog of distraction
Oliver Burkeman
28, Aug, 2020 @2:00 PM
Can you really help to make a better world by doing nothing? | Oliver Burkeman
Don’t be fooled into overachieving – it’s often more valuable to simply not screw things up
Oliver Burkeman
21, Aug, 2020 @2:00 PM
Want to really live in the present? Embrace life’s nasty bits, too | Oliver Burkeman
Decay and decline will show up at our door. The trick is being ready to lay down the welcome mat
Oliver Burkeman
14, Aug, 2020 @2:00 PM
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