EP. 39 | Busy Isn't Better: Breaking Free from Time Poverty - With Peggy Sullivan

May 1

Let’s be honest: Most of us aren’t just busy - we’re burnt out, overbooked, and quietly wondering if this is just how life’s meant to be.

If your schedule feels like a never-ending to-do list and your soul’s running on empty, this episode is for you.

This week on Okay, Now What?, I’m joined by the incredible Peggy Sullivan — a leadership coach, TEDx speaker (her talk’s hit over 1 million views!), and author of Beyond Busyness. And let me tell you… this conversation is like a permission slip to finally stop glorifying the hustle and start living with intention.

Together we unpack:

Why busyness is not a badge of honor (and what it’s really costing you)
Peggy’s “stale pistachio moment” that stopped her in her tracks — literally
The ripple effect your busyness has on everyone around you (yes, even your cat 😅)
Her 3-step framework to escape time poverty, reclaim your joy, and prioritize what actually matters
How simple happiness rituals at work boosted productivity by 33% in just six weeks (proof that joy is not a distraction — it’s the strategy)

We also dive into the core values that drive a truly fulfilling life — and why knowing them isn’t enough. You’ve got to live them.

This episode will challenge you, comfort you, and (most importantly) equip you to finally slow down without falling behind.

Listen now and start trading burnout for a life that actually feels like yours again.

Find out more about Peggy and her book here: https://www.peggysullivanspeaker.com/

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