Having things and getting them fast is what we want.
Money, success, and the latest technology are all things we desire.
Work, deadlines, and goals appear to be never-ending.
There is not enough time! We're fascinated with this age of productivity and hustling because the more work we get accomplished, the faster the things we want will come our way.
Why is it necessary to take things slowly?
Wait a minute.
Take a break.
The point of life isn't to check off accomplishments like they're groceries on a shopping list.
It's time to stop rushing.
The Journey Is More Important Than The Destination.
Yes, it is a cliché saying, but it is still true.
When you're always in a rush, it's usually a sign that you're dealing with anxiety, which will only become worse with time and finally lead to burnout.
Almost everyone spends their lives trying to get things done faster than they should.
It's worthwhile to take things slow.
It does not mean you have to give up all of your dreams when you slow down.
To put it another way, if you aren’t an expert programmer after 2 months, you shouldn't be too hard on yourself.
If you're not in better shape after working out for a year, don't beat yourself up over it.
Therefore, you shouldn't feel bad if your side project fails to succeed.
Overexposure to success stories gives us a distorted view of what it means to be successful.
We only see the glamorous outcomes, covering all of the disappointments, hardships, and agony that we are not aware of.
Everything takes a little longer than we'd like.
You should not expect to achieve the extraordinary instantly, but rather over the course of many years.
You'll be happily surprised if it doesn't happen.
Slowing down and being in less of a hurry also allows you to live more fully in the moment.
This allows you to be more conscious of your actions and improve them.
Instead of focusing on the next project, concentrate on the current one.
As a result, you may accomplish fewer things, but they may be of higher quality.
This may provide a faster path to your objectives than rushing through everything.
What are some ways to slow down?
You probably say, "It's simple for you to say but my work will not really let me slow down”.
"I'm swamped with work and can't afford to take it easy".
Well, the objective isn't to take it easy right away.
It is possible to gradually slow down.
You have more power over your life than you realize, despite what you may believe.
Make an effort to live a life that isn't always rushed.
By doing less each day, you can slow down.
Make a list of a few high-impact tasks that you can complete on a daily basis.
Take your time and do things right the first time, and bundle small jobs together.
Don't go from one thing to the next in a hurry.
You should also provide time for the transitions.
We don't dedicate enough time to food, sleep, or exercise while we're in a rush.
You'll also need to take your time with these.
Make reserves for yourself so you don't have to rush.
Also, avoid taking on too many new projects.
It's tempting to take things on, but that would be counterproductive to the goal of slowing down.
All of your desires and needs can be met, but not all at the same time.
Before starting a new project, make sure you quit or complete the one you're currently working on.
Last but not least, take a walk in the woods to de-stress.
Even if you've overcome FOMO, being surrounded by notifications, news, events, and more might make you feel like you're missing out.
Allowing yourself to let go of that continual rush can bring you freedom, however, it may take some time to adjust.
Spend some time, especially on weekends, breathing and living in the present.
Allow yourself to let go and not be concerned about the future.
Don't expect to get there quickly; you may need to take it slowly at times to keep moving forward.
Don't worry; if you're dedicated to the few projects you've chosen, everything is within reach.
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