We often underestimate how long things take and overestimate how much we can get done in one day.

There’s no such thing as time management.

Which is awkward, because I write about time management a lot.

Just because there’s a gap in your calendar doesn’t mean it’s up for grabs.

Your working (short-term) memory has a limited capacity—research suggests it can hold between 3 and 8 items. Unsurprisingly, when we try to cram in too much (tasks, reminders, ideas, information), we feel overwhelmed.

I love deadlines. To the point that I sometimes fake them.

Have you tried Oliver Burkeman's 3/3/3 Technique for planning your work?

You're doing everything right. You have a to-do list, and it's up to date. Everything has a due date. So how come deadlines still seem to take you by surprise, and you end up rushing to complete things on time?

I just delayed starting an important project until next week. Am I procrastinating?

If you’re feeling overwhelmed at work, you’re probably juggling too many priorities at once. And when everything is urgent, nothing is.

It’s tempting to fill our calendars with back-to-back meetings. But without space to think, process quick actions, and (at least for me) decompress, we carry mental residue from one meeting into the next.

Have you ever heard of the Jevons Paradox? It’s the idea that when something becomes more efficient, we use it more, not less.

A full calendar often gets mistaken for productivity. If every slot is filled, we assume we’re getting things done. But a schedule without any breathing space is fragile.

I need to be honest: my email habits have slipped lately. This post is a note to self, as much as it is a gentle nudge for you.

Time confetti is a term coined by researcher Brigid Schulte. It describes the tiny pockets of time we all experience: waiting for the kettle to boil, standing in a queue, or pausing between meetings.

Did you know the word "priority" was singular for centuries?

Overwhelm is not a personal failing. It’s not a reflection of your character. You’re not broken. You’re not bad at your job. You’re not lazy or disorganised.

One of the best things about the Pomodoro Technique is its simplicity—all you need is a timer.

If you struggle to say no in the moment, try deferring your decision. Make this your default response:

Sometimes, the final piece of the puzzle—the big project you’re working so hard on—isn’t more work; it’s taking a break.

If everything is urgent, nothing is. We talk a lot about HOW to prioritise. But what about WHAT we prioritise?