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Breaking Free from the Myth of Falling Behind

The experience of feeling behind in life and the societal pressures to meet certain timelines and expectations.

  • Editor Staff
  • June 27, 2023
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The experience of feeling behind in life and the societal pressures to meet certain timelines and expectations. It explores the connection between ambition and time, highlighting how cultural norms and the desire to maximize time contribute to this feeling of being behind. The concept of different experiences of time, such as “crip time” and “queer time,” is introduced, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging diverse timelines and milestones. The article advocates for embracing personal growth and finding contentment in the present instead of constantly pursuing future goals. It ultimately redefines ambition as a journey of self-discovery, emphasizing the significance of navigating one’s own path at a comfortable pace.

Key points: 

  1. The author reflects on a moment of personal struggle when she felt behind in life and sent a book proposal as a last-gasp effort to stay “on track.”
  2. The article examines the connection between ambition and time, influenced by cultural norms that prioritize speed and productivity, often leading to a feeling of failure for not meeting societal timelines.
  3. Different experiences of time, such as “crip time” and “queer time,” are discussed to highlight the diversity of timelines and milestones that exist beyond conventional notions of achievement.
  4. The article encourages individuals to embrace personal growth and find fulfillment in the present rather than constantly chasing future goals and comparing themselves to others.
  5. The author redefines ambition as a journey of self-discovery, emphasizing the importance of navigating one’s own path at a comfortable pace and finding fulfillment in the process rather than fixating on societal expectations.

 

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