Two Inconvenient Women Exploring the inconvenience of time
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May 9, 2025 The hosts dive into our hectic lives, exposing the epidemic of time poverty despite our many time-saving devices. They discuss the art of slowing down and rethinking our relationship with time, contrasting urgency with mindfulness. Personal anecdotes illustrate the therapeutic value of being present, especially in creative tasks. The conversation touches on the deep time concept, encouraging awareness of our actions' long-term impact. Ultimately, they challenge societal notions of productivity, advocating for rest and reflection as vital for a meaningful life.
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Time Is a Human Construct
- Time is a human-created concept, not a natural law with a universal clock.
- Our lives centered on clock time often cause rushing and stress, unlike the natural rhythm seen in nature.
Slow Down for Awareness
- Slow down to increase awareness and conscious action in urgent times.
- Being present lets you address problems thoughtfully instead of reacting hastily, leading to better outcomes.
First Aid Lesson in Slowing
- In first aid training, rushing into an emergency caused many to get electrocuted.
- The lesson: always check for danger before acting, even if it feels counterintuitive.