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I've lived in various cities, and my favorite by far is the peaceful one. The people there are often seen as slow or sluggish, as they don't rush or hustle for anything, which might make them seem lackadaisical about life. From an outsider's perspective, they might appear unambitious. However, the truth is they are very intelligent individuals who have chosen to take life at a relaxed pace, which aligns perfectly with their state's motto, "The State of Harmony."

When I moved to another city, I felt dizzy during my commutes because the people there are always in a hurry, pushing and shoving. They're incredibly ambitious and excel at their jobs, but unfortunately, they also frequently suffer from stress-related health issues, like heart attacks. In fact, statistics show that people in this city are more likely to die from heart attacks than those in other cities. I strongly believe that this is due to the constant rushing and high-pressure lifestyle.

While living in this city I was stressed because others around me were always rushing. They rush to work and rush back from work. I honestly could excuse rushing to work as you don't want to be late, but for the life of me up till this very moment I still can't fathom why anyone would rush from work back home. I mean you're going home and the home is not running away why are you still rushing?

It seems that there is an odd interplay between hurry and strain that reinforces one another. People hurry almost as though they are anxious, but their haste makes them much more anxious. It could be challenging to escape the pattern once it has got someone.

We only have one chance at life, and when we consider how limited our time is, it seems counterintuitive to speed through it. It just involves taking a deep breath and establishing our roots in the now, rather than continuously dwelling on a future that may not even materialise as planned. Without sacrificing our goals, it's acceptable to schedule time to relax and take in the moment.

I occasionally catch myself hurrying through my daily chores and feeling as though I'm missing something crucial. For the peace it gives, slowing down is worthwhile. It resembles a tiny brain reset in certain ways.