We are conditioned to think that silence and inaction mean failure. We are trained to be overworked, and we believe that if we are not doing something that contributes to our goals, we are doing nothing. This makes us incapable of just being with ourselves - our goal is only legitimate if it serves someone or something else. A University of Virginia study found that over 700 people were asked to sit in a room alone with their thoughts for 6 to 15 minutes, next to a shock button they could push if they wanted out.
Why it's important to take time for doing nothing
Why it's important to take time for doing…
Why it's important to take time for doing nothing
We are conditioned to think that silence and inaction mean failure. We are trained to be overworked, and we believe that if we are not doing something that contributes to our goals, we are doing nothing. This makes us incapable of just being with ourselves - our goal is only legitimate if it serves someone or something else. A University of Virginia study found that over 700 people were asked to sit in a room alone with their thoughts for 6 to 15 minutes, next to a shock button they could push if they wanted out.