When considering our
relationship to time, it’s helpful to envision being on a road trip. Locating
ourselves on the map of time can increase self-awareness. Are we impatient? If
so, we’re revving up our motor, consuming energy, without going anywhere. Focusing
on the internal environment of our thoughts and feelings can center us and
reduce stress.
If we’re procrastinating,
we can see the diversion as a detour (from the main road, destination or goal)
and appreciate the journey, turning the negative of self-criticism to the
positive of self-critique.
Depression, addiction or
other disorders leave us caught in a dead end or cul-de-sac. If we can’t get
back on the main road, we need to call for help, analogous to a road service
call for a breakdown.
Conclusion: Locating
ourselves on the (road) map of time can increase self-awareness and reduce
stress.
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