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What does it mean?
It suggests that extreme busyness might paradoxically force people to prioritize and find time for what matters.
In plain terms
Being very busy might help you find time for everything.
What can you take from it?
Busyness can force better prioritization.

Where it applies

  • planning schedules
  • managing work
  • discussing time

Putting it to work

  • optimizing schedules
  • managing overload
  • increasing efficiency

Questions to consider

  • Does busyness improve focus?
  • How do you find time?

Another view

It might encourage overworking instead of setting boundaries.

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