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Published Jan 30, 2025

Stop Chasing Time and Start Owning It: Communication, Happiness & Wellbeing

Explore how aligning time management with personal purpose can transform happiness and wellbeing, with UCLA's Cassie Holmes offering practical strategies for purposeful living and genuine connections.
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  • Authentic Presence

    Authentic presence is crucial for enhancing communication and connection. emphasizes that being present allows individuals to listen better and show up more authentically 1. This presence involves removing distractions, whether from devices or internal thoughts, to focus on the moment 2. Holmes highlights the importance of presence in communication:

    It's really about presence.

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    By being fully engaged, we can improve our interactions and build stronger relationships 3.

       

    Connection & Fulfillment

    Connection and fulfillment are deeply intertwined with how we manage our time and presence. Holmes discusses the importance of carving out quality time for relationships, emphasizing that it's not the quantity but the quality of time spent that enhances satisfaction and fulfillment 4. She shares her approach to maintaining happiness despite life's stresses:

    I am carving out time for the things that matter. And when I'm spending the time, I'm absolutely engaged in it.

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    Holmes also notes that true connection fosters relationships and cultivates happiness, which is essential for a fulfilled life 5.

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