TMHS 844: Stop Draining Your Energy & Reclaim Your Time - With Israa Nasir

The Model Health Show

3d ago • 1 hr 8 mins

Our busy schedules and never-ending to-do lists keep us on a pursuit to do more and be better. But this constant pressure wears us down mentally and can lead to a whole host of physical symptoms. Today, you’re going to learn how to redefine productivity so you can improve your well-being.

On this episode of The Model Health Show, psychotherapist and writer Israa Nasir is here to share principles from her new book, Toxic Productivity. You’re going to learn about how to reimagine what it means to be productive and how to live a more meaningful life. This interview contains conversations on what leads to perfectionism and how to transform the way you think about success and your worth.

You’re going to learn strategies you can use to change your thinking, stop shaming yourself, and find new meaning from healthier habits. Israa Nasir has a wealth of knowledge in this area; I know you’re going to love her insights on redefining productivity!

In this episode you’ll discover:

  • How we use productivity habits as a way to self soothe.

  • Why productivity matters outside of the workplace.

  • The difference between productivity and toxic productivity.

  • How productivity makes our relationships transactional.

  • The power of intentional rest.

  • Why the United States has a flawed view of vacation.

  • How parenting norms can lead to perfectionism.

  • What the difference between self-worth and self-esteem is.

  • The problem with connecting your value to your achievements.

  • A strategy you can use to stop shaming yourself.

  • The three types of perfectionism.

  • Why we glorify perfectionism.

  • How to silence your inner critic.

  • The importance of redefining productivity for a healthier life.

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