Why the Most Enduring People Know When to Pause ? | Vishesh Madan | TEDxGoldenBridgeStudio

Core Idea - The industry emphasizes the importance of pausing for reflection and adjustment in both professional and personal life, drawing parallels to endurance sports [3][4][6][10][13][14] - The industry suggests that pausing allows for better understanding, fresh perspectives, and ultimately, stronger performance [4][6][12] - The industry views life and career as long-distance endurance events, not sprints, where strategic pauses are essential for avoiding burnout and achieving long-term success [7][8][10] Endurance Sports Analogy - Iron Man includes a 3.8 km swim, 180 km cycling, and a 42 km run [2] - Ultraman includes a 10 km swim, 420 km cycling, and 84 km running over three days [2] - Intentional breaks for food, hydration, and mental reset are crucial in endurance races, mirroring the need for pauses in life [7] - Neglecting these pauses, like skipping hydration, can lead to significant setbacks, such as a 40-minute loss in an Iron Man due to energy crash [8] Application in Professional Life - In data analysis, pausing to analyze data prevents repeating mistakes; debugging code requires pausing to identify and fix errors [5] - Taking breaks between jobs can provide clarity and a renewed appreciation for the structure, purpose, and challenges of work [12] - Pauses are not about escaping but about gaining clarity and new ideas, leading to stronger performance upon return [12]