Slow living shouldn’t be a trend but your default state. Historically and evolutionary speaking, being in a hurry is a crazy exception, not the norm. Seneca argues that “nothing is as useful as it should be if it’s done with haste.” Being in a rush cancels the present moment which in turn cancels anything of depth and value on a spiritual level.

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I do like the rush of rushing. And to an extent, I am quite good at rushing—at doing things in a high-intensity, high-pressure way. But my sense is that I am much better off when I enjoy the pause, slow down, be where I am, and build strength patiently. I’m better off when I remember to take my time, to realize that the journey is long and it... See more

Superficially, this seems like a sensible way to live, especially in a hypercompetitive economic climate, in which it feels as though you must constantly make the most judicious use of your time if you want to stay afloat. (It also reflects the manner in which most of us were raised: to prioritize future benefits over current enjoyments.) But

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