(321) Work Hard, Play Harder: The Surprising Key to Creativity and Success

In this podcast episode, I explore the theme of productivity, advocating for a shift from a mindset of hardship to one of ease. Drawing from my personal experiences and studies, including a NASA study showing a 35% productivity boost from 30-minute naps, I emphasize the benefits of incorporating breaks and play into the workday.  The episode challenges societal beliefs that equate hard work with value, suggesting that a playful, relaxed approach can enhance creativity and enjoyment. Let’s explore how to reframe your relationship with work and outcomes for greater fulfillment and productivity.   SUBSCRIBE ▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee 🎤 Subscribe to the podcast → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/    CHAPTERS00:00:00: Shifting from Hard to Easy 00:00:30: The NASA Napping Study 00:01:17: The Role of the Nervous System 00:02:34: Understanding Play 00:03:47: Societal Beliefs About Hard Work 00:05:28: Reframing Work as Easy 00:06:31: The Badge of Honor 00:07:43: The Journey of Entrepreneurs 00:09:02: Cultivating Playfulness 00:10:11: Challenging the Hustle Mindset 00:11:24: Perspective on Success    RESOURCES 📕 BOOK ‘Feel Good Productivity’, Ali Abdaal  📕 BOOK ‘The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership’    COURSES 🧠 Master Performance → https://fifteenseconds.com/seasons/master-performance 🎯Free Focus Guide → https://tinyurl.com/GuideFocus   CONNECT 📕 BOOK ‘The Magic of Focus’ → https://tinyurl.com/TheMagicOfFocus 💌 FRIDAY FOCUS, weekly magic → https://thefocusbee.kit.com/  ✨ LINKTREE → https://linktr.ee/thefocusbee   🎤 PODCAST → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/ 📝 BLOG →  https://thefocusbee.substack.com/ 🌟 LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart/ ABOUT   💫 Hi, I’m Katie – engineer turned entrepreneur, and founder of ‘The Focus Bee’. I am award-winning, high-performance coach, speaker and trainer, and support high achievers – entrepreneurs, founders, CEOs and executives, to have focus & clarity so they can thrive in business & life.  🔥 My mission is to empower you to lead with Alignment & Purpose & Joy so that you can Connect with the Magic & Thrive!