How to Age Up Introducing: How to Keep Time
Nov 6, 2023
Learn how the concept of the social clock affects our lives and question the relevance of constant busyness. Discover the cultural status of busyness in different societies. Get ready for an upcoming season on exploring our relationship with time.
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Social Clock
- The social clock is an invisible timetable dictating life stages.
- Becca Rashid feels off this clock, highlighting the pressure to conform.
Time and Meaning
- Finite time creates a compulsion for constant productivity.
- Finding meaning in the present requires "wasting" time by some definitions.
Cultural Significance of Busyness
- The hosts question if busyness's social status is unique to America.
- They also discuss their wish for more time for self-reflection.