Short and Sweet: Ryan Carson on 'The Importance of Quiet Time'

Running on the treadmill of life without pausing can be hazardous to our health and good judgment as my friend Ryan Carson reminds us in The importance of Quiet Time.

This is short and to the point. He does not get up one hour earlier to be more productive. In any case how can you accomplish more by cutting down on your sleep.

He just uses this hour to reflect on personal issues, relationships, priorities, what really matters and why he does what he does.

As for myself, quiet time is sitting down for half an hour in the morning with an espresso and the Financial Times.

When faced with difficult decisions or issues, I also find that jotting down your thoughts with old fashioned pen and paper helps clarify your thoughts and clear your head.

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