"Everyone knows they're going to die, but nobody believes it. If we did, we would do things differently.” -Mitch Albom, Tuesdays With Morrie
As we grow older, time seems to fly pass us more rapidly. For the good moments in our life, it can't be more true. It is usually gone before you have the time to indulge in it.
Why do good moments pass so quickly? According to Geoff Beattie in his book "Get The Edge", it is, ironically, because we don't believe that it is going to end! As a result, we tend to relax and 'take things for granted'.
However, once we know something is about to end or perish, our sensory perception tend to increase and hence we get to 'enjoy' the moment more.
An analogy: Lying on a bed of nails seems like infinity because you subconsciously wants to end it. On the other hand, when hugging a pretty woman, time flies because you don't believe it will end.
So, how do you increase your awareness of the moment? By telling yourself:
This is going to end soon!
Idea adapted from:
Get the Edge: How Simple Changes Will Transform Your Life
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