We are always busy, either doing something or doing many things at the same time. Because of our own affairs or of others’. Multitasking is fad. I know a few, if they are not busy, they are restive. The least they do to be at peace is, pretend to be busy. It has gradually become our nature to stay occupied. We want to show that we don’t have time (my boss says, it gives a professional feel). We are so occupied that we don’t have time to think where we are heading. I don’t blame anyone. It’s human tendency to just carry on. No one likes to wait and ponder. We commit errors, we repeat errors, but still… on the same track.

My friend, Maria has no time to read instructions while signing up for online banking. She is just rushing and wants it ASAP. When she submits, it declines. She doesn’t read the error message, does some changes and submits again. It is declined again. This happens eleven times, before she realizes she is supposed to activate the debit card by making a call before signing up. Not surprised? It nearly happens to everyone in this fast-paced universe.

What could she have done? You know the answer. But, how many of us take time to think before we act? We generally forget: Busy doesn’t equal Productive.

If we could take some time to ponder everyday in silence, we will live a far more fulfilled life. Believe me! A kick of silence lifts us to an EXtra-ordinary life.

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