Is rush always equals effectiveness?
“Time waits for no man” is a popular quote. I often hear the quote in very popular juju and highlife music. It is read in books both in actual words and as the lessons or summaries.
I grew up on the mainland of Lagos, Nigeria. Noises and hoots of vehicles will wake a light sleeper at four o’clock in the morning. At day break, the rush begins. The rush to avoid the morning rush in Lagos, to beat traffic and to find a vehicle before bus conductors hikes the bus fare from its ever- increasing regular rates. The end of the day is most times anticipated from the beginning.
In this fast generation, general life pressure is intensified by the current economy of the country, the impression of the media and the stringent standards individuals setup themselves to meet.
The wise use of time is therefore translated into rush. An average child is in a hurry to become a teenager, A teenager is in a hurry to grow into a youth, A youth in a hurry to get married, and by these, the process of life is rushed. Small wins are not celebrated, so bigger victories are not enjoyed. After the accomplishment, the feeling of rush dissipates. The hollow feeling is on the verge of surfacing ,so focus is often shifted to something else.
Do one need to rush to make good use of time?, do one have to be sluggish and let life and opportunities pass by? Is life not about balance? Don’t we have five senses for a reason?
Take a pause, celebrate small wins and big accomplishments, breathe, feel the cool breeze and atmosphere. Interact with the people around, friend, family and loved ones. Give treats from time to time. Try to enjoy every hour you can. Find time to do what you enjoy.
No human is perfect of themselves, therefore, it is important not to chase the wind in search of perfection and possession.
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