Narrative writting

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Harita Patel

WRI 1000

Professor McKenna

28 October 2021

Lost time is never found

For this topic, the “pump-priming” technique I selected is free writing. A light went on in my head about how much time I waste on trivial tasks. I came to the realization that a significant portion of my day is spent doing absolutely nothing of value. You know, it's crazy how much time I spend in front of a computer screen each day. It's a shame because, in comparison to others, that's probably not even that much. To put it another way, visualize the flow of your life. Yes, I realize it's a risk, but trust me when I say it will be worth it. Just think about how long you've been here on Earth. Hopefully, you'll be here for a long time to come, but we're not here to live forever.

There are moments in life when things go horribly wrong, and there's nothing you can do about it. Those may or may not apply to you. It doesn't matter which path you choose; this is your life. It is now or never, as the saying goes. Not everything is under your control, but you do have command over your attitude and viewpoint. Change your time-spending habits if you don't like them. Try a new employment or a different schedule to see what works best for you. Try something different. It's possible that time will never stop, but I believe you can slow it down. Observe and appreciate the small pleasures in life. Gratitude for the sunshine, spending time with loved ones, learning something new, getting up early and being productive are all examples of small acts of gratitude.

Another example would be lying in bed drinking coffee while being thankful for the sunshine. Go on an impromptu journey. Slow down, if not practically, then at least mentally. Slowing down your life will make you more grateful of what life has to offer. This is the only life you will ever have, so enjoy it while you can. So don't waste any more time. Experiment with new things and push yourself to new limits. Take on a creative project and learn to detach yourself from the daily grind in order to simply live.

References

Suårez‐Orozco, C., Todorova, I. L., & Louie, J. (2002). Making up for lost time: The experience of separation and reunification among immigrant families. Family process, 41(4), 625-643.