Time isn’t just about ticking clocks and packed calendars. The ancient Greeks recognized two types of time: “chronos” (measured time) and “kairos” (deep, qualitative time).
While we’re often slaves to chronos, true transformation occurs in kairos moments. As J.R.R. Tolkien wisely noted, “All we have to decide is what to do with the time given us.”
Consider Patagonia, the outdoor clothing company. Their “Let My People Go Surfing” philosophy encourages employees to take time off when the surf’s up. This isn’t just about fun; it’s about embracing kairos moments that fuel creativity and passion.
Are you living chronologically or kairologically? When was the last time you lost track of time, fully immersed in a moment?
Perhaps the key to productivity isn’t more chronos but more kairos. How might your life change if you prioritized these deep-time moments?
