We exalt being occupied. Workaholics are viewed as heroes in our culture. But haste damages everything, whether we recognize it or not." Note that we are hardwired to pursue success and productivity, but we are challenged to pursue the deeper significance that comes from presence rather than output.
We have to ruthlessly quiet the voices that advise us to hurry and to stop our fast-paced behavior. We have to
- Establish solitary spaces and breathing room
- Break free from an adrenaline addiction - Establishing enduring routines and rhythms
- Swapping perfectionism for presence
-Giving yourself over to God in quiet submission
Here is a how-to manual and spiritual manifesto that calls for sanity in these crazy times. You will learn how living fully and slowly may restore spiritual and emotional energy.
Become a part of the movement to restore rest to restless times. Get rid of haste and rediscover the satisfaction that comes from traveling deliberately rather than hurriedly. We can only fully enjoy the bounty of a leisurely pace of life if we ruthlessly eliminate hurry. Allow this book to firmly place you on the path of serenity.