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Time and How to Spend It

The 7 Rules for Richer, Happier Days

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Time and How to Spend It

By: James Wallman
Narrated by: James Wallman
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Random House presents the audiobook edition of Time and How to Spend It: The 7 Rules for Richer, Happier Days, written and read by James Wallman.

If the most precious thing we have is time, the most highly prized expertise should be knowing how to spend it well. Yet, busier than ever, do we really understand which experiences bring us joy and success and which don’t?

After all, 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.

In his first book since the era-defining Stuffocation, cultural commentator and best-selling author 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, when you play by the new rules, 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, Time and How to Spend It reveals a seven-point checklist that’ll help you avoid empty experiences and fill your free hours with exciting and enriching ones instead.

This life-enhancing book will show you how to be the hero or heroine of your own story. 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.

©2019 James Wallman (P)2019 Random House Audiobooks
Personal Development Personal Success Spirituality

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I'd read Stuffocation a while ago and this is the natural progression. Once you've become less consumerist and thrown away all your stuff, what do you then? Create stories, of course.

Brilliant and potentially life changing

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Highly recommend this book.

Both informative and entertaining.

Deals with a wide range of subjects .






Amazing

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I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Find out for yourself and make the most of your time!

Time well spent.

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Following on from James's earlier work, the excellent 'Stuffocation', Time & How to Spend It goes far further than the title suggests. Beautifully written, this work weaves stories with theory & scientific findings to show the best experiences for a happy, fulfilled life. Entertaining, thought provoking and life changing in equal measure. Read this book, take on board the principals & changes suggested and live a life worth living. A++

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James' thoughts are wise, and he has a great voice, but this didn't quite set my world on fire. Every time he started telling a lengthy story (i.e. tough mudder, Oscars) I groaned inwardly. With judicious skipping this is a pretty good listen.

Pretty good

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