Why are some people always in such a rush?

It's me! 😍

I’m basically constantly on the move. I always have a clear destination in mind because I just can't stand anything pulling my focus away from the task at hand—plus, I honestly can't bear the thought of ending a day where I haven't actually accomplished something.
Just strolling along or walking slowly? That honestly makes me feel so restless.
And don't even get me started on sitting in a coffee shop for three hours straight; that drives me absolutely crazy, so I've pretty much given up on the whole cafe scene entirely. 😂

Also, I really don't have much patience for lazy people. 😍

I honestly think a lot of this comes down to how you were raised. You know? Those childhood habits stick with you. Plus, people who tend to stare or fixate on things usually have more room to mess up. They’re out there taking bigger risks, aren't they?

So, here we go again. Who’s the one slowing things down? Who’s dragging their feet? Honestly, it’s always the same story. They’re just acting out because they can't handle a little bit of uncertainty. It's that classic feeling, right? When things aren't crystal clear, they start second-guessing everything. And that hesitation? That's where the mistakes happen. Isn't it funny how that works?

I'm used to things moving at a slower pace, you know? I don't mind a bit of a crawl. But sometimes, man, it just gets too slow. And when that happens? It’s not good. It’s just not right.
Honestly, it’s just because I don't usually rush. I almost never run late, you know? And honestly, if you live around here, being more organized is probably a smart move. Wouldn't you agree?

I honestly think we’ve finally hit that sweet spot where everything feels balanced. You have to constantly look at how to streamline the daily grind—you know, finding ways to simplify the boring stuff, actually collaborating with people instead of just bumping heads, cutting out all that useless noise, and basically trying to become faster and more efficient at everything you touch. But—and this is the big part—you also have to know when to just pull the plug, stop dead in your tracks, take a breather, slow things down, and actually enjoy the ride.

Because they’re terrible at managing their schedules and constantly running behind.

We don't have any time to waste on trivial priorities, just like we shouldn't be stuck in some endless loop of waiting for a resolution after we've already done our part—which is usually how it goes when dealing with people elsewhere.

As for all those secondary or tertiary distractions? We honestly have zero motivation to chase them because they don't offer nearly enough satisfaction or happiness by our own standards to make it worth the effort.

Morgan Bishop4 said:Or maybe I’m just moving in slow motion? Though, honestly, I don't think that's it...

I seriously don't get why some people lose their minds if everything isn't finished this exact second, or if a project doesn't start immediately, or if you don't knock out every single task today instead of leaving it for tomorrow. Like, chill out.

I can't stand it when people try to rush me through things that aren't even urgent enough to matter whether they're done today or next week! 😠 It’s not like I’m sprinting to catch a Greyhound bus; there’s always another one rolling into the station ten minutes later anyway, so what's the big deal?

I really prefer doing things at my own pace, and I just don't understand the obsession with getting everything done right this instant... (my mom is driving me absolutely insane lately).
It's like everyone thinks they have to pull an all-nighter like some Wall Street intern, instead of just finishing up by 3 PM like a normal human being.

Okay, but... what's actually going on here?
Am I just lazy? Am I like that grasshopper from the fable who kept putting everything off until tomorrow, only to freeze to death once winter hit?
Or is it that the people constantly rushing around have some kind of disorder, or they're just incredibly impatient, or whatever...🤷

Is it just that people have this weird psychological need to turn every little thing into a high-stress crisis, or am I actually just being lazy? :/

They're just disorganized.

You can get everything done if you stay organized and keep your cool.
People who act hysterical just make time fly by faster.
Personally, I’m super chill when I’m knocking out tasks. Even when I've got a mountain of stuff to do in a day, I always manage to pull it off. Why? Because I use a planner and I approach everything with a "whatever" attitude. Just laugh it off. Plus, I still end up having time to relax.

The more you panic, the harder you make it for yourself.
Every single job I've ever had, there was always one coworker like this. Out of five people, three of them were usually like that.
Most people just seem perpetually nervous, from what I can see.

So yeah, I'm definitely one of those "slowpokes." 🙂 Life is way better that way. 😉

Honestly, rushing through things is usually just plain unnecessary—especially when it comes to your downtime. It’s actually kind of counterproductive.

So, I’ve never been a fan of the whole "hurry up" mentality. And you know what? Most people who are always in a frantic rush seem to be those super extroverted types who end up missing the point entirely. They scramble around so fast they don't even finish what they actually set out to do.

You know what I mean? Just give yourself permission to slow down. Maybe hop off the subway a couple of stops early, wander around a bit, and shake up your routine. Trust me, everything starts looking a lot better when you aren't sprinting through life.

Honestly, I think people have moved too fast and forgotten some pretty basic things that actually make life easier for everyone.

It really bugs me when someone shows up to work with a fever hitting almost 100 degrees just because they’re terrified of taking a sick day.

When that becomes a habit? That’s way worse than someone just calling in fake to get a day off.

If you’re making a conscious choice to show up to the office, volunteer work, or even class while running a fever, aren't you just putting everyone else at risk?

I honestly can’t wrap my head around people like that.
It isn't that there’s some fundamental flaw in my character, nor am I sitting here questioning my own sanity. I simply live by a certain philosophy—let the rest of the world rush itself into an early grave; I’ll be taking my time.

The real issue is that I seem to be finding fewer and fewer kindred spirits these days. These "fast-paced" types just don't get it. It leads to endless debates and petty arguments, which ultimately just drives us all further into isolation.
If it weren't for this forum, I truly don't know where I'd turn. I'd be completely adrift. 🙂

wiredsailor5 said:I honestly can’t wrap my head around people like that.
It isn't that there’s some fundamental flaw in my character, nor am I sitting here questioning my own sanity. I simply live by a certain philosophy—let the rest of the world rush itself into an early grave; I’ll be taking my time.

The real issue is that I seem to be finding fewer and fewer kindred spirits these days. These "fast-paced" types just don't get it. It leads to endless debates and petty arguments, which ultimately just drives us all further into isolation.
If it weren't for this forum, I truly don't know where I'd turn. I'd be completely adrift. 🙂

Those "fast" people don't understand you because, most of the time, they just don't want to put in the effort to see things from a different perspective.

On top of that, I've noticed that the "fast" crowd tends to nitpick everything, yet they love to label us "slow" ones as lazy.

But hey, luckily, I mostly hang out with the "slow" crowd. We get along great. And sure, sometimes they're a little too slow for me, but I don't feel the need to complain about it.

It’s not just that workaholics are always hunting for flaws, too. They almost never know how to give a compliment.

A huge chunk of the grinders I've met are so buried in their own movies that they don't even have the energy to listen to anyone else. Especially if those people aren't climbing the corporate ladder quite as fast or aren't exactly "street smart," you know?

Zurba just isn't it. I’ve noticed this getting particularly nasty with those workaholics lately. They get this desperate need to control everyone else, and they actually have the nerve to call people lazy just because they aren't sprinting at their insane pace.

At the end of the day, your health matters way more than any job. Why not just take a breather? If you slow down a bit, you'll actually get so much more done in the long run.

lonepuma2 said:They're just disorganized.

You can get everything done if you stay organized and keep your cool.
People who act hysterical just make time fly by faster.
Personally, I’m super chill when I’m knocking out tasks. Even when I've got a mountain of stuff to do in a day, I always manage to pull it off. Why? Because I use a planner and I approach everything with a "whatever" attitude. Just laugh it off. Plus, I still end up having time to relax.

The more you panic, the harder you make it for yourself.
Every single job I've ever had, there was always one coworker like this. Out of five people, three of them were usually like that.
Most people just seem perpetually nervous, from what I can see.

So yeah, I'm definitely one of those "slowpokes." 🙂 Life is way better that way. 😉

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Frankly, any sane person can manage their workload without feeling overwhelmed; the entire issue lies in one's tempo and tactical approach to execution. If you actually master those two variables, you won't just find free time—you'll have an abundance of it.

The problem isn't the sheer volume of obligations we face, but rather the inefficient manner in which we tackle them.

To illustrate, whenever I need to handle something at a federal agency—whether it’s submitting paperwork, renewing a driver's license, or visiting a clinic—I deliberately schedule it for the final hour or two of the workday, ideally around 6:00 PM on a Friday.

By doing this, I walk into a downtown area that has already cleared out, snag a parking spot instantly, and stroll into an empty lobby only to hear the clerk remark, "Oh, you're still here." The reality is that I arrived literally thirty seconds before they closed up shop.

That frantic, disorganized way of living—like rushing to a DMV in Washington, D.C. first thing in the morning only to waste six grueling hours waiting for a turn—is, in my estimation, both incredibly slow and prohibitively expensive in terms of wasted life.

It’s simply because that is who they are.

There are those who are perpetually in a rush, driven by this frantic desire to tackle everything at once just to clear their plate for later.

Then, you have the steady types who work at a moderate pace whenever the opportunity arises.

And, of course, we can't forget the procrastinators—those who dodge every responsibility and task possible, dragging things out indefinitely simply because they lack the slightest inclination to actually get anything done.

I’m constantly rushing, yet I never seem to get anything done. What does that even make me? 😕

redsurfer13 said:I’m constantly rushing, yet I never seem to get anything done. What does that even make me? 😕

Total delusion.
you can't just set goals that would take five lifetimes to actually finish...

There is really just one single reason for all this... it’s strictly about the money.

When you aren't completely obsessed with chasing a paycheck, you actually find you have enough time for everything else in life.

copperpanther27 said:There is really just one single reason for all this... it’s strictly about the money.

When you aren't completely obsessed with chasing a paycheck, you actually find you have enough time for everything else in life.

But what about those workaholics who just love piling on useless chores, like scrubbing the windows every single week or vacuuming the house every damn day? 😵 They definitely aren't doing that for a paycheck...

Morgan Bishop4 said:But what about those workaholics who just love piling on useless chores, like scrubbing the windows every single week or vacuuming the house every damn day? 😵 They definitely aren't doing that for a paycheck...

Sure, but even then, they’re either stuck in one spot or just staying home because they actually find some kind of solace in it...
And honestly, isn't the whole thing just a desperate attempt to compensate for something internal? They're trying to clear their heads, but since they can't fix the mess inside, they just go overboard cleaning the world around them instead...

Speed is basically just a gateway drug to greed, and honestly? Greed is such a useless, bizarre way to live.