In today’s world, the information we receive is filtered through our five senses: sight, hearing, smell, touch, and taste. Paying attention involves directing our ability to absorb and process this information, which is critical for success in any endeavour. Our attention determines how much we learn from experiences, ultimately shaping…

The ability to pay attention significantly impacts the quality of our lives. Our interest in something is at the root of this attention. When humans were hunter-gatherers, our ability to pay attention determined our success, with survival being the ultimate goal. …

Every time we choose to do something, we are implicitly deciding not to do other things. This opportunity cost comes with making decisions regarding our time. We often fear settling because it might mean giving up opportunities that lie elsewhere. For example, when we choose to settle down with one…

It’s a fact that we all procrastinate in one form or another. So, let’s ask ourselves why we don’t do what we supposedly should be doing. We might think it’s because we feel we have plenty of time to complete the task, so starting immediately isn’t a priority. However, time…

We all have a finite amount of time on this planet, which means that there will come a time when we no longer exist. Consequently, the number of things we can truly accomplish is also limited. Yet, our desires are limitless, pulling us in all directions with the ever-elusive allure…

From the moment we begin to take on responsibilities, there is always something demanding our attention and our finite time. These demands may come from our environment or ourselves. However, as we complete one task, another inevitably arises. The more efficient we become at accomplishing tasks, the more time we…

In our lives, nothing happens instantaneously. It takes time for milk to heat up in the microwave, for pursuing something worthwhile, and for personal change to take root. Although we understand this, we constantly seek greater efficiency from ourselves and the world around us. Delayed gratification has slowly become unfashionable…

Human beings are social animals, and it is true that our survival and prosperity depend on our ability to coordinate with one another. It is not surprising, then, that this need to connect with others is ingrained in our psyche. This means that when we face the decision of what…

It is crucial for each of us to recognize that our time is limited. When we acknowledge and accept our own mortality, we cease trying to exert control over our time. Regardless of our actions, we come to understand that no matter how much we accomplish in our lives, it…