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Robert Poynton is a British facilitator and writer known for his work on creativity, change, and learning. He is the author of several titles in the Do Books series and an associate fellow at the University of Oxford, where he leads workshops on improvisation and creative thinking.
Known for: Do Pause: You Are Not A To Do List
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Do Pause: You Are Not A To Do List
Do Pause encourages readers to reflect on the importance of stopping in a world that prizes speed and productivity. Robert Poynton explores how pauses—whether brief or extended—can transform communication, creativity, relationships, and personal well-being. Through practical examples and exercises, he shows how to incorporate mindful pauses into daily life to reconnect with oneself and what truly matters.
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The Problem of Busyness
Today, busyness has become a cultural badge of honour. We live in a society that praises productivity, as though human value were measured in speed and output. But beneath this frantic doing, most of us feel exhausted, stretched thin, and strangely detached. We multitask, half-listen, and rush from ...
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Defining the Pause
A pause can appear deceptively simple. It might be a breath, a glance out of the window, a few minutes of silence before replying to an email. But its essence lies in intention. Pausing is not laziness or procrastination; it’s the conscious choice to interrupt automatic activity. It’s a moment of aw...
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About Robert Poynton
Robert Poynton is a British facilitator and writer known for his work on creativity, change, and learning. He is the author of several titles in the Do Books series and an associate fellow at the University of Oxford, where he leads workshops on improvisation and creative thinking.
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