We're all constrained by time, and we all have limited energy before it needs to be restored. These are human realities. They are, however, often ignored, or at least under-appreciated. Cultural norms have been created that suggest we have to, almost at all costs, "push through", "be resilient", or "exhibit grit"... and doing so often comes at the expense of relationships, emotional health, physical health, and overall well-being. How thus to manage our time and energy, our personal capacity? This is what The Microstress Effect explores, and I'm extraordinarily grateful Rob Cross and Karen Dillon have done the work and packaged it in such an enjoyable, actionable format.
As you'll discover, the book is extraordinarily well-researched and the insights and ideas immensely practical, so much so I've given both my kids (20 and 22) the book. After all, being attentive to current and potential distractions, setting boundaries, creating and maintaining priorities, managing capacity, finding way to re-energize, etc. have all been consistent themes as they've become young adults. It's also great that they, like me, have discovered blind spots. For example, the nurturing of authentic, vulnerable relationships has historically, at least for me, thought to have been a luxury, something that's done after all key priorities have been addressed. Now, I'm viewing them as essential, an activity that builds capacity instead of takes it away. Simple, yes. Something that many practice habitually? No. Learning why this needs to change in my own life (and that of my kids) has been empowering and, honestly, enjoyable.
The above is just one example; so while Beyond Collaboration Overload focused on performance, The Microstress Effect focuses squarely on well-being. And personal well-being, of course, will continue to be a highly important topic to individuals, teams, organizational leaders, and policy makers. For now, though, the great majority of the responsibility for maintaining and enhancing personal well-being will fall to us individuals. We thus need the tools to thoughtfully and proactively manage our well-being, as well as be equipped to help colleagues and loved ones manage theirs. This book shows how this can be done, and done in healthy, sustainable ways. I sure enjoyed the read, and if you've found this review helpful I have a strong sense you will as well. To makin' great things happen!
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We're all constrained by time, and we all have limited energy before it needs to be restored. These are human realities. They are, however, often ignored, or at least under-appreciated. Cultural norms have been created that suggest we have to, almost at all costs, "push through", "be resilient", or "exhibit grit"... and doing so often comes at the expense of relationships, emotional health, physical health, and overall well-being. How thus to manage our time and energy, our personal capacity? This is what The Microstress Effect explores, and I'm extraordinarily grateful Rob Cross and Karen Dillon have done the work and packaged it in such an enjoyable, actionable format. As you'll discover, the book is extraordinarily well-researched and the insights and ideas immensely practical, so much so I've given both my kids (20 and 22) the book. After all, being attentive to current and potential distractions, setting boundaries, creating and maintaining priorities, managing capacity, finding way to re-energize, etc. have all been consistent themes as they've become young adults. It's also great that they, like me, have discovered blind spots. For example, the nurturing of authentic, vulnerable relationships has historically, at least for me, thought to have been a luxury, something that's done after all key priorities have been addressed. Now, I'm viewing them as essential, an activity that builds capacity instead of takes it away. Simple, yes. Something that many practice habitually? No. Learning why this needs to change in my own life (and that of my kids) has been empowering and, honestly, enjoyable. The above is just one example; so while Beyond Collaboration Overload focused on performance, The Microstress Effect focuses squarely on well-being. And personal well-being, of course, will continue to be a highly important topic to individuals, teams, organizational leaders, and policy makers. For now, though, the great majority of the responsibility for maintaining and enhancing personal well-being will fall to us individuals. We thus need the tools to thoughtfully and proactively manage our well-being, as well as be equipped to help colleagues and loved ones manage theirs. This book shows how this can be done, and done in healthy, sustainable ways. I sure enjoyed the read, and if you've found this review helpful I have a strong sense you will as well. To makin' great things happen!
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- Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2023
We're all constrained by time, and we all have limited energy before it needs to be restored. These are human realities. They are, however, often ignored, or at least under-appreciated. Cultural norms have been created that suggest we have to, almost at all costs, "push through", "be resilient", or "exhibit grit"... and doing so often comes at the expense of relationships, emotional health, physical health, and overall well-being. How thus to manage our time and energy, our personal capacity? This is what The Microstress Effect explores, and I'm extraordinarily grateful Rob Cross and Karen Dillon have done the work and packaged it in such an enjoyable, actionable format.
As you'll discover, the book is extraordinarily well-researched and the insights and ideas immensely practical, so much so I've given both my kids (20 and 22) the book. After all, being attentive to current and potential distractions, setting boundaries, creating and maintaining priorities, managing capacity, finding way to re-energize, etc. have all been consistent themes as they've become young adults. It's also great that they, like me, have discovered blind spots. For example, the nurturing of authentic, vulnerable relationships has historically, at least for me, thought to have been a luxury, something that's done after all key priorities have been addressed. Now, I'm viewing them as essential, an activity that builds capacity instead of takes it away. Simple, yes. Something that many practice habitually? No. Learning why this needs to change in my own life (and that of my kids) has been empowering and, honestly, enjoyable.
The above is just one example; so while Beyond Collaboration Overload focused on performance, The Microstress Effect focuses squarely on well-being. And personal well-being, of course, will continue to be a highly important topic to individuals, teams, organizational leaders, and policy makers. For now, though, the great majority of the responsibility for maintaining and enhancing personal well-being will fall to us individuals. We thus need the tools to thoughtfully and proactively manage our well-being, as well as be equipped to help colleagues and loved ones manage theirs. This book shows how this can be done, and done in healthy, sustainable ways. I sure enjoyed the read, and if you've found this review helpful I have a strong sense you will as well. To makin' great things happen!
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Read it. Put it into action. Share it. REPEAT.
This book now sits on my top 5 most influential books list. I’ve highlighted, dog eared, and written notes in the margins as reminders to reference monthly.
Rob Cross and Karen Dillon did an excellent job figuring out what makes high performers tick, and ways they navigate around micro stresses. If you’re not familiar with the concept, it’s easy.
Do you remember a time when all of a sudden you had an outburst and people look at you sideways? You then try to understand why in that moment you reacted that way. It’s called culminating micro stressors. Small events build up over time but don’t have an immediate impact will rupture like a volcano at an unknown moment.
This book will help you navigate how to manage or alleviate this small moments that build over time so you can continue driving towards your goals, accelerate your career, and build a strong foundation.
If you don’t believe me, then read the book.
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