In a recent LinkedIn post, Florencedivet explores the critical distinction between being busy and being present, urging readers to reconsider how they allocate their time for a more fulfilling existence. Drawing a parallel to the immense wealth of figures like Warren Buffett, who cannot buy more time, Florencedivet highlights a common human tendency to treat time as an endlessly renewable resource.
Florencedivet points out the paradox of modern life, where efficiency is often pursued at the expense of meaningful moments. “And yet most of us live like time renews itself every Monday morning,” the post states. “We rush the conversation with the friend who’s struggling. We drag out the report that could be done in an hour. We miss the moment that mattered and spend three hours on the one that didn’t.” This rush, Florencedivet argues, often leads to a feeling of emptiness despite a packed schedule.
The Illusion of Efficiency
The core of Florencedivet’s message challenges the societal emphasis on busyness as a marker of success. The author suggests that true fulfillment doesn’t come from optimizing every minute or cramming agendas, but from intentionally investing time in what truly matters. This includes moments of connection, personal reflection, and genuine engagement with others.
Florencedivet differentiates between wasted time and valuable time, asserting that certain moments, though they may not appear “efficient,” are precisely those that count. These include “The team member who finally opens up. The child who needs five more minutes. The silence after a hard conversation that needs to settle.” These are not to be seen as lost hours, but as investments in relationships and well-being.
“Those are not wasted hours. Those are the ones that count.”
Challenging the “Do More” Mentality
The post critiques the pervasive mindset of constantly striving to do more, suggesting it’s a performance of busyness rather than a genuine indicator of a life well-lived. Florencedivet introduces Parkinson’s Law, noting, “Parkinson’s law is real: work expands to fill the time available.” This principle, according to Florencedivet, contributes to why many people fill their schedules excessively, seeking validation through constant activity.
Instead of asking “how can I do more?” Florencedivet proposes a shift in perspective. The author advocates for asking, “how can I actually live? How can I use my time in a way that feels more fulfilling, not just full?” This reframing encourages a focus on quality of experience over quantity of tasks.
Redefining Time and Presence
Florencedivet emphasizes that time is not synonymous with presence or focus. It is entirely possible, as the post highlights, to “fill every hour and still feel like you missed something.” The true value, in Florencedivet’s view, lies in how one uses their life through the conscious allocation of their time.
“The way you use your time is the way you use your life.”
The article concludes by posing a powerful question to the reader: “What would change for you if you swapped ‘how can I do more?’ for ‘how can I use my time to live a richer life?'” This call to action invites introspection on personal priorities and the pursuit of a more meaningful existence across all facets of life—relationships, health, work, and leadership.
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This article is based on insights shared by Florencedivet on LinkedIn.
📅 Originally posted on June 14, 2026 | View original post on LinkedIn →