PiXL Pearls About Time
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Jun 29, 2025 Dive into the emotional nuances of our relationship with time. Explore the contrast between measured moments and those filled with meaning. Discover how literature, like Miss Havisham’s still clocks, illustrates our inner struggles with time. Rachel encourages a thoughtful reflection on the urgency of everyday demands versus the power of presence. It's a profound invitation to pause and prioritize what truly matters in life and leadership.
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Power of Time in Stories
- Miss Havisham stopped all the clocks in Great Expectations at the moment of heartbreak.
- Titanic pocket watches stopped at the sinking, showing time's powerful emotional symbolism.
Greek Concepts of Time
- The Greeks had two words for time: kairos (opportune, meaningful moments) and chronos (measured, chronological time).
- Kairos is the perfect time for action, charged with significance untethered by clocks.
Understanding Chronos Time
- Chronos time is quantitative, organized by clocks, calendars, and routines.
- It governs schedules, planning, and the division of tasks with precision.
