Time and How to Spend It: The 7 Rules for Richer, Happier Days

by James Wallman

Overview

We’ve learned how to spot the difference between junk foods and superfoods. When you discover the equivalent rules for time, it’ll change how you live your life. Here, cultural commentator James Wallman investigates the persistent problem of wasted, unfulfilling time, and finds a powerful answer—a revolutionary approach to life based on the latest scientific discoveries. At its heart is the inspiring revelation that you can actively choose better experiences. Bursting with original stories, fresh takes on tales you thought you knew, and insights from psychology, economics, and culture, this bookreveals a seven-point checklist that’ll help you avoid empty experiences, and fill your free hours with exciting and enriching ones instead. You’ll learn how to avoid WMDs (weapons of mass distraction), and discover the roads that lead to flow. You’ll get more out of every minute and every day; your weekends will fizz, and your holidays will be deeply nourishing. You’ll not only be living the good life, but building a truly great life.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780753552650
Publisher:	Penguin Random House UK
Publication date:	10/01/2019
Pages:	320
Sales rank:	645,351
Product dimensions:	4.90(w) x 7.70(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

James Wallman is a cultural commentator and trend forecaster, and the author of Stuffocation. He has written for GQ, the New York Times, and the FT, and appeared on the BBC, the ABC and MSNBC. He runs a boutique trend forecasting firm whose clients range from KFC to KPMG, Yell and Eventbrite. 

Table of Contents

Introduction

Eternal Sunshine for Your Spotless Mind 1

Why 'Experience Intelligence' Is Critical for the Great Life 21

1 Story: Kurt Vonnegut and the Shape of Stories 47

2 Transformation: How to Live the Dream We All Dream 81

3 Outside & Offline

Part I, Outside: Oh, We Do Like to Be Beside the Seaside 103

Part II, Offline: To Tune In, You Need to Turn Off 123

4 Relationships: The Girl with the Opposite of Loneliness 159

5 Intensity: Mr Mouse, the Scaredy Cat, and the Rise of the Sufferfests 181

6 Extraordinary: The New Peak-End Rules 225

7 Status & Significance: I'd Like to Thank the Academy … Wouldn't I? 261

Conclusion: Eternal Sunshine for Everyone's Minds 293

Endnotes 323

Appendix: Experience Intelligence Answers 359

Acknowledgements 361

Index 367

Editorial Reviews

"Wallman draws together powerful ideas and research into a cohesive, fun, and useful handbook for life." —Jake Knapp, New York Times bestselling author of Sprint

"James’s entertaining and brilliant book helps us better understand, appreciate and utilise our most precious resource, time. A timeless classic for navigating 21st century life." —Michael Acton Smith, author, Calm

"In this smart and practical work, James Wallman shows us how make the most of our days and improve the quality of our lives. If you’re tired of wasting time, this is the book for you." —Daniel H. Pink, author, When

"I love James Wallman's principles for spending your time wisely. This isn't just a book about how to be more productive productivity book, it's a guidebook for living an awesome life! When we use our time wisely, we enjoy our lives more." —Nir Eyal, author, Hooked

"A perfect combination of engaging, profound, and instructive. The time you spend reading this book will reward you a hundredfold with weeks, months, and years better spent." —Adam Alter, Professor of Marketing and Psychology, New York University’s Stern School of Business, New York Times bestselling author of Irresistible

"Bursting with original stories, fresh takes on tales you thought you knew, and insights from psychology, economics, and culture." — Calm's blog

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