Is Life Too Hectic to Enjoy Fully?
by Such hectic living is not for me. I prefer a slower pace of life, where I can savor each moment as much as possible. It is crazy to rush and not see so many things around us. Maybe we can learn something from William Henry Davies’ immortal lines: What is this life if full of care, we have no time to stand and stare?
For most of us living in towns and cities today, the answer to the above question would be a definite `Yes’
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Pushed All the Time
The reasons are obvious. Look at an ordinary schoolboy from an average home in a city. First and foremost he has to go to school. After spending five hours in school everyday he has to have extra tuition, swimming lessons, art lessons and various other activities so that he can learn as many things as possible. Finally when he arrives home, he has to have a bath, have his dinner and if he arrives home, he has to have a bath, have his dinner and if he is lucky, get to watch television for awhile. Then it’s back to the grind; finishing his homework. Come week-ends, there will be picnics, parties and other functions. In short, the poor kid has no time to relax. Whether done purposely or not, he is being pushed all the time. The parents ought to realize that their child is not a superman. If pushed beyond his limit, the consequences may not be pleasant.
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Roaring Success
The result of his incessant pushing is not a well-rounded person, as is hoped, but one who does not know how to relax. This kind of person is exemplified by many adults living in the city. Such an adult is aggressive, harried, intolerant and all geared-up for success. Not everyone is going to be a roaring success. Most will not be so. Failure has becomes a dirty word, a condition that is considered shameful. So the poor trapped soul struggles on trying to prove him-self. He tries so hard to make a good living that he forgets to live. He does not enjoy his life anymore. “Sorry, I’ m very busy right now” becomes his favorite catch – phrase. He has no time to live, really live.
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Hectic Pace of Living
To fan the flames of this hectic pace of living are innumerable amounts of consumer goods on the market, increasingly rapidly with no end in sight. I remember the time I wanted to buy a bottle of shampoo in a local supermarket. I picked a bottle and looked at it. That was my undoing. Two salesgirls converged on me and insisted that I buy another brand they were promoting. They had anti-dandruff, conditioner, for dry hair, oily hair etc. After a couple of minutes of continued hassling, I walked out empty-handed. I bought my bottle of shampoo from a sundry shop outside town.
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Post Commentangelonearth2001
On March 26, 2009 at 10:10 am
I prefer a slower pace of live where I can savor each moment as much as possible. It is crazy to rush and not see so many things around us.
That is my favorite part, i cannot agree with you much more then that…..I love that peaceful moment…….and I am trying to search for it every chance I have……Tks for this great article.
monica55
On March 26, 2009 at 11:22 am
It might be too hectic for some people, but I enjoy mine. Really nice photos.
Monica
Kate Smedley
On March 26, 2009 at 12:05 pm
It can be too hectic, sometimes it’s nice to switch mobile phones, computers and TVs off and just escape for a while. Lovely pictures.
Darla Cooke
On March 26, 2009 at 12:45 pm
Yes, life can definitely be very hectic at times.
The Quail
On March 26, 2009 at 1:08 pm
Awesome article and I agree as well that life can be very hectic at times.
Christine Ramsay
On March 26, 2009 at 1:42 pm
An excellent article. I remember that life so well when I was still working and my boys lived at home. Now I am relishing the peace and slow pace of life that comes with retirement. It is so lovely. It is a pity life has to be so hectic if you want to get on.
Christine
Jo Oliver
On March 26, 2009 at 2:54 pm
I too prefer the slower pace. I live in a small town, but my circumstances do not allow me to live at my own pace….maybe one day!:)
barbie67013
On March 26, 2009 at 3:05 pm
This is such a great article. Here our kids have to be in school for 7 1/4 hours. Then when they come home it is homework, dinner, outside (playtime) when able and then shower and bed. Most of our schedules run through this and we live in a small town. I hate it! I am one that seems to be always on the go so I hardly ever get the time to just sit. Great point and article!
clay hurtubise
On March 26, 2009 at 3:24 pm
So, should I read less on Triond?
Nice article.
Thanks,
Clay
Mrs M
On March 26, 2009 at 4:16 pm
Lovely article. It is really a give and take sort of situation. Some people prefer to be busy all the time. Other people love to stop and smell the roses. I love doing both. It is all about balance. Sometimes you need to just step back and appreciate life.
macon
On March 26, 2009 at 5:06 pm
Well written piece. But for me, its how you see things. Its a choice for all of us. Our life might look hectic to others but to us, it just fits our comfort zone..
Kimberly Moore
On March 26, 2009 at 5:08 pm
Another great article! wonderful job! I agree 100% a slower paced life is more enjoyable!:)
Elizabeth Abbott
On March 26, 2009 at 7:37 pm
I have never lived in the city, although I have worked inter-city and I’ve traveled somw. I so love my country home. My Kentucky home is peaceful. I love your article. The hurry and rush is useless. Thank you. E
papaleng
On March 27, 2009 at 7:54 am
very interesting article and indeed life can be hectic .
Betty Carew
On March 27, 2009 at 8:03 am
I’ll take the slowe life any day. Great article Mr Ghaz
PR Mace
On March 27, 2009 at 11:18 am
A well written timely article. I sometimes have a too hectic life. I like to get away by sitting on my patio without a phone and read or watch my dogs play. My husband and I have a season pass to a small local water park. We go twice a week. The rules are no phones and not worries. We swim, ride the lazy river and rest in the sun. Those are great days.
Moses Ingram
On March 27, 2009 at 11:51 am
Hi my new friend, this is an excellent article, well written and very true. I am 69 years old and remember a time when life was not so hectic. I agree that we need to slow down and relax more, it cannot continue this way.
rainbow
On March 27, 2009 at 8:03 pm
sometimes life is too hectic to think ..great writings made me reflect and realize how my life been lately…thank you for sharing..
Unofre Pili
On March 28, 2009 at 8:51 am
That’s great of a piece Mr. Ghaz. We share the same observation; people become slaves of modern day living, whereas we deserve to philosophize and marvel at life itself.
nutuba
On March 29, 2009 at 6:39 am
Mr. Ghaz, this is insightful and I think important. We need to intentionally schedule some down time … life is to be enjoyed.
CutestPrincess
On March 29, 2009 at 10:17 am
I am in total agreement with you, very inspirational and true!
cleblanc
On April 1, 2009 at 12:11 pm
This is very true. Great Article!
thestickman
On May 15, 2009 at 7:35 pm
True.