Classifying Time: Torn, Gently Removed, and Gliding Beyond Reach

In Seneca's first letter of 'Letters from a Stoic,' he discusses the classification of time into three distinct sections. The first type of time is torn from us, which refers to time spent on tasks that are not important or seem menial. The second type is time gently removed, which includes activities that bring joy but are not directly tied to our purpose or productivity. The third type, considered the most disgraceful loss of time, is time that glides beyond our reach, often wasted on unproductive activities like mindless scrolling on social media. Seneca highlights the importance of being mindful of how we spend our time and the impact it has on our lives and paths.