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15 comments:
The idea of Slow Planet seems quite unbelieveable in our present, fast-living world. Nowadays people live in terrible rush, often we can’t find any moments to stop and look how beautiful world is. Slow Planet is intended to show us we are able to change our life and make it more efficient.
Slow travel tells us about senseless trips, during which we wander in extremely fast and in the end we are not satisfied, because we don’t have enough time for contemplation. We should travel slow and enjoy it.
The idea of Slow Sport doesn’t convince me anyway. If sportmen started to play in slowly way, the sport shows wouldn’t provide us as much emotions as today. However, these meditation sports are a great opportunity to mellow out.
That Slow Work notion appeals me a lot. It shows that sometimes is better to take a few days off in order to recover yourself. Besides, we are not a machine, so we should divide our time in the way in which our work will be the most efficacious.
Finally, Slow Design is an idea which I can’t understand at all. It looks a bit snobbish for me, but it’s only my humble opinion.
To sum up, the movement of Slow Planet amused me completely, even though I don’t appreciate every single point. But the main message, that we live too fast and we should stop that mad chase, persuade me totally.
Slow Planet
Recently I have found an article titled � Slow Planet�. It does not concern for doing everything slowly but it learns how to live in wise way beneficial for our health and psyche. Article deals with four aspects of our life: traveling, sports, working and design.
First of all, author advises how to travel with wisdom. He says that the latest standard of spending holiday- last minute package holiday does not give us real image of the place we are. Traveling by car (that is however slower) gives us an opportunity to experience real flavour and atmosphere of the region.
Second aspect - sports. People tend to make an effort and harm themselves during practicing sports. They train without their common sense. Author suggests to care of our body and good mood by practicing slower forms of training such as yoga or Tai Chi.
Article also deals with unreasonable workers who do not take break and work in a hurry.
We should carefully analyse problems trying to avoid mistakes and take a rest because it increases our efficiency.
The last problem relates to protect of the environment. We do not care about our planet and destroy it. We should try to use resources and materials that are respected by the environment, learn about recycling and reducing air pollution.
I think that nowadays all of the author�s ideas are very justified. Hurry is inalienable part of our life. We should change it and try to do everything in the right speed. It will give us a harmony and more pleasure of daily�s activities.
Agata
The passage I have recently read concerns the utterly novel and revolutionary approach to everyday life under the heading “Slow Planet”. This is a kind of modern philosophy which affects every aspect of life and implies accomplishing everything we do in a way that makes it more efficient and satisfying.
One of its componetnts is so-called slow travelling. It is a method of creating our journey more spiritual sensation by confering deeper meaning to this experience and by delivering moments to refresh our mind and to discover local culture and places of interest without needles rush. All of this make me believe that this novel way of sightseeing is well worth following.
The ideas of slow work and slow sport share similar assumptions. The most important part is to cultivate moments of a perfect calm and refresh. It is an extremely abounding field as it brings a long list of benefits, such as improved productivity of our work, proper functioning of our brains and bodies That’s why I think we should take this actions into account and try to follow this philospohy.
The last aspect is slow design which involves personal expression through object we produce along with a respect of enviroment. Personally I like this idea the most because it leads to a greater diversity and authenticity in our artificial world.
To sum up I must admit that this marvellous philosophy is a kind of “spiritual salvation” to our depraved civilization. I believe that in the future more people will be willing to follow it and all in all I really appreciate it.
Daria Spurtacz
Slow movement is nowadays more and more popular. It starting to involve aspects of our life which we don’t consider possibility of being slow. Today’s world could be called as one big race track. We are focused on doing things quick in order to have time for next task just after we finish the previous one. Fortunately some people know that this life style does more harm than good.
First prestented movement – the slow travel. It’s quite rational. Traveling to quiet places and staying there for some time. Just to get known the place. For me it’s fantastic idea. Thera are many places which need time or are so breathtaking that rushing through it is a waste (typical trip looks like a race – “in the evening we have to be in hotel, quick!!!”).
Next idea – the slow sport – I must say that for me it sounded like a joke. Imagine a football match: two famous teams, very important game, many people on a stadium and in front of tvs, a referee whistles and footballers are walking! But ideas presented are different than my first view. Players learn to be calm and concentrated. The main idea is to know when they have to speed up to win the game. Sounds perfect for The Polish 1st League…
I completely agree with the slow work. It’s obvious that the happy employee is the best employee. He does better and more efficient work and many companies take care about their workers
The slow design – in today’s mass production it could have many problems to develop. But people’s sense of individuality will make it more popular…
I could say that in this tempo in about 20 years the whole world would become “slow”
Everything started form the slow city and slow food. They were successful so more people are interested in them. For some people it sounds strange but this idea of life has much more benefits than today’s one.
Jacek U.
I would to say that this article was interested me. It shows people how they can do many things slower and at the same time better. In my opinion this tekst is interested in people life.
It presetns way of life in slower speed. Thanks for that we can do something better and we have more pleasure for that. We usually go on holiday in order to rest from work, school. But nowdays people spend this time very fast and in this way they do not have any pleasure for it.
What I mean is in that day people do not have enough time for entertainment because they are absorbed in work. They work in fast rate so do not do this job very well. This article persuaded people to work slower and in that case our work will do better.
For one thing sport is need to a good style of life but not football or basketball because this kinds of sport reqiure fast speed. This tekst show that sport such as golf or tennis are counterpart of slower rate and we can amuse this exercise.
Good example is slow design it using materials and resources in a way that respects the environment and does not have to take a long time.
I take it for granted that slow way of life gives us many adwantages and what is more pleasure. This article is very helpful for people because they can see how look life life in slower rate.
judyta
The idea of Slow Life was created in order to change our point of view, reflect upon our life in the times when everything is made in a rush. It may encompass a rich variety of life aspects and simply let us derive pleasure from everyday activities. First of all, when we are going on a trip we should enjoy our time travelling to the destination, therefore, we ought to admire picteresque views during walking avoiding at the same time usage of fast means of transport. Secondly, it seems to me that slow idea can also improve our concentration through, for example, attentive yoga exercises. What’s more, the best football players are characterized by the feature that they know when to stop the play, think about the situation on the field. That’s another important aspect of Slow Life. Moreover, the most suitable place for Slow Life is the workplace. Look at the people in large companies, they are making and thinking about hundreds of tasks to do in one moment. They should rather relax their minds from time to time in order to work more effectively. On the other hand, there are thousand of situations during our lifetime when we have to make in a hurry. That’s why this notion of Slow Planet cannot imply everywhere. To sum up, this idea of making everything in right pace, slowing sometimes is great. But unfortunately, I’m not sure whether it will find wide application in our fast-forward culture.
Tomek C.
Living in a rush is inevitable component of our everyday life. Rat race is any longer a surprise for those working in a big companies. Fast tempo of living contribute to heatred and anger or even violence. Looking at this we do not dare to say that idea of Slow Planet is worthless.
The most problematic for society is fast tempo of work. Many people are so stressed at work, have so much pressure, that they can not deal with their emotions. The idea of Slow Work is very important to strenghten their mental state. Chill-out rooms, napping pods, on-site yoga, massage- if not overused- will improve productivity of every worker.
After work, we should have some time to rest. The best way is travelling. Slow Travel is a valuable concept. The most precious memories from a journey are nice views and happy time spend with family- this things only Slow Travel can fully assure. When we travel in a rush we can not appreciate the small details around us, we do not care about views, people, because we think what we should sight next.
Slow Sport phenomenon is not so essential in my opinion. Sport is associated with energy and thanks to it we can cope with our emotions after a boring day at work. Sport should be active in contrast with our sedentary work. However, blue-collar workers will probobly like the Slow Sport idea as a way of relaxation.
The notion of Slow Desing do convince me. Because it assures diversity and real character of the local products.
All in all I think that idea of Slow Planet should be developed and practice. Our mental state can reflect our way of living. There are many mental diseases nowadays- so what is our way of living? I leave it up to you…
Kasia N.
“Anything you do you do it slowly’’- this statement in my opinion is simplification of a problem. The text that I have just read shows an utopian version of life in a Slow Town or City. This idea is difficult to realize in reality.
Slow travel is only effective when you have a lot of time and a great amount of money to dispose. Only then you can do sightseeing don’t worry about when you are suppose to come back at a hotel. Reading a novel during your stay in an imagine pleace is definitely unrealistic solution.
Doing sport in slow way is almost impossible .The aim of a great number of competition is do something as fast as it is possible. So the idea seems to be quite weird. The only example that I can agree is practice yoga .This activity will help the player to strenght his muscles and makes him feel relax .
These days there is to much rush and speed in the workplace. It is obvious that every employee wants to show that he is the best so he works as hard as he can to improve his abilities. So for that reason slow style of working is no a good solution .Our bodies function better when we are relax it is true, but this relaxing can leads us to unwanted results for example we can lose job.
I am enthusiastic about the last idea mentioned in this article- slow design, because you can focus on creating things in details. So this text from my point of view is a good lecture for dreamers .
I have read an very interesting article about Slow Planet. It`s a special place where we can live in a better way. It doesn`t mean slowly but at the right speed.
In my opinion, the concept of the Slow Planet is magnificent. We often live in a hurry and because of that we miss many wonderful things, which can create our imagination. For instance, the shape of objects, which sorround us, can form our mood and identity.
We must also know that slow traveling requires taking a time to meet with other people and to learn about their culture. It demands more for us and develop our character.
Nowadays, Yoga and Pilates are becoming more and more popular. For the simple reason, they increase our flexibility and protect against injury in the same way as speed forms of training. I believe it is more comfortable and safe.
We often see to much speed in workplace. We should do everything fast and well. Unfortunately, it doesn`t mean effectively. Just-in-time can destroy our nervous system, because we are under big stress than.
I see many advantage and disadvantage this way of life. The problem is that, the developing world demands fast working, living and playing. We must choose our own lifestyle, in which we are in one`s element.
Marta
The articles on the “Slow Planed “ webside brought my conflict feelings about that. Is it possible to celebrate day in the work or just take the liberties to spend longer the voccation with careless attitude do life? Taking into account our modern world where everyone live in a hurry and usually focus their attention on material conditions I couldn’t have believed if any human would be able to slow down and fend for the spiritual side of the existence. However, after short reflection I realised that it may work and even it’s me who would manage to follow some of the simple rules which undoubtely enrich our daily routine.
Slow Traveling enables us better leisure- phisical as well as mental one. We should limit the amount of sights to see and devote the time for relax. I’m sure that after holiday spent in “slow way’ one will come back refreshed and content.
Regarding “Slow Sport”…well…Quite honestly, practicing Yoga or Tai Chi doesn’t suit to me in spite of the fact it’s a very effective way for achieving complacence.
I’m absolutely for “Slow work”. The recent polls show that the vast majority of Poles tend to be overbooked and there is a risk of becoming workaholic with time. Investing time in nurturing the relationships during the day in work seems to be a good solution.
“Slow Design” doesn’t appeal to me. It doesn’t matter what materials were used to make my personal belongings. What is more, I wouldn’d have any patience to create such things but I appreaciate the creators’ efforts, of course.
Personally, I’m quite interested in this issue and I will try take advantage of som aspects from the articles. Hopefully I’ ll manage to do it.
Milena
I have just read an article about Slow Planet that is said to be a pionner in building the global hub for the ‘Slow’ revolution. For me, the Slow Planet creates a kind of a world that has its own pace but not a slow one as the Planet is called but the right and appropriate pace that refers to making the life better and joyful.
Firstly, an idea of ‘slow travel’ seems to me interesting because it presents an enjoyable and fascinating way of travelling. To use a boat or a bike to reach the destination should be obviously much more pleasurable for anybody who travels only by car.
The second factor is ‘slow sport’ that also made a good impression on me. I think it is great not just to practise types of ‘slow’ sports as for instance golf, but to make all the sports of slow pace, that means to make them no franctic and crazy.
The next theme mentioned is ‘slow work’. It gave me the prescriptions on how to slow down the pace of work in case of keeping my brain and body active. But, we are not always employeers.
The last topic is on ‘slow design’ and it concerns our surroundings and things around us. In my opinion, all objects, colors, styles reflect on our mood and create our identity.
To sum up, I think it is really modern and admirable kind of device and both place.
Rafał B
A moment ago I have read the short aritcle called “Slow Planet”. It presents the attitude of group of people towards life and the way in which the use “slow psychology”. In the article autor gives us examples of slow travel, sport, work and design and shows theirs benefits .
My first expresion about the article was:”Wow! yes , it is all true”.We all know that in thise days world everything happends so fast, and that we are tired with it-Lets change it.!
But my second thought was:”Hey! This annoying reality we creat ourselves”. People in some way agreed to move,work and rest faster.
From my point of view slow traveling can be possible and pleasurable and I would enjoy it . More complicated would be for me to change my style of working, because I am burdened with multiplying duties.I never have enough time. If we are talking about sport and design they aren’t important in my life. However everything which bring peace and calm to our mind must be good.
All in all I think we should look back to the distant past.We would find there loving families who spend time together.Happy people, helpful and healthly.Small amount of violence and lots of love.Thing very needed nowadays.
Magda R.
Nowadays people are in hurry. They normaly don’t have time to rest and relax. They are inumerent to do everything very quickly almost as fast as it is posible. Because of that they could feel exhausted and megrimed. The idea of “Slow Planet” can show them that they can change their attitude to life and become more efficient and stupendous.
I think that slow travel is good solution if you want to rest and unwind. You don’t have to explore all interesting places in one day. You can lie on the beach and do not worry about nothing. After this kind of vacation you will find eager to work and life.
I disagree about idea of slow sport because as soon as I am concerned people usualy choose this kind of sport which iterested them. I think that all kind of sport which they are practise give them pleasure and allow them to break away from the routine.
What about the job? We usualy associated it with stress, hurry and tension. People should be productivity so they should have enough time to think about project or tasks that they have to do. If they work slower, they will be able to avoid mistakes.
Design is not my cup of coffee. Nevertheless I think people who designe things treat it as a rat race. They try to invent as many things as they could and because of that this things are trashy.
To sum up, I think that idea of “Slow Planet” is very interesting. Doing things slower than usual can give us pleasure and we could be relax and more pleasant.
Magdalena Pel
Throughout this century, the whole world has changed, and the majority of people feel that this change is for better. Nonetheless, in my opinion everything is happening too quick and it demands too much hurry which is disadvantageous in many cases.
To begin with, there are many, various assets from slow travelling which are unfortunately dismissed by travelling in a hurry. That is why people miss small details that make each place thrilling and unique. We spend more time taking photos or filming than actually experiencing a place. As a result ,we come back home more exhausted than we were. Slow travel’ aims are so that we could find moments to slow down, find time to read a big novel, sleep a delicious siesta or amble through the street of a new town, because we have to regenerate our body in the act of resting. Apart from slow travelling, there is fantastic idea concerned with slow sport. Assumption of this idea is to strengthen muscles, increase flexibility, improve the balance and protect against injury. It also cultivate an inner calm and slowness that helps athlete to keep his head while all around him are losing theirs. In terms of working, nowadays people work too much hours, their brain is exhausted and they do not work so effectively. Our brains and bodies function best when given time to rest and recharge. That means taking enough vacation or leaving the place of work when the work is finished. Everyone needs form time to time slow thinking. When people have more time they are more creative. Being deeply engaged with a task slow object invite us to pause, reflect and savour of course.
Taking these points into consideration, I would say that the idea of slow travel, work, sport and design is very favorable for our health. Needless to say, it is for better condition of our life. I prefer this way of life absolutely.
Throughout this century, the whole world has changed, and the majority of people feel that this change is for better. Nonetheless, in my opinion everything is happening too quick and it demands too much hurry which is disadvantageous in many cases.
To begin with, there are many, various assets from slow travelling which are unfortunately dismissed by travelling in a hurry. That is why people miss small details that make each place thrilling and unique. We spend more time taking photos or filming than actually experiencing a place. As a result ,we come back home more exhausted than we were. Slow travel’ aims are so that we could find moments to slow down, find time to read a big novel, sleep a delicious siesta or amble through the street of a new town, because we have to regenerate our body in the act of resting. Apart from slow travelling, there is fantastic idea concerned with slow sport. Assumption of this idea is to strengthen muscles, increase flexibility, improve the balance and protect against injury. It also cultivate an inner calm and slowness that helps athlete to keep his head while all around him are losing theirs. In terms of working, nowadays people work too much hours, their brain is exhausted and they do not work so effectively. Our brains and bodies function best when given time to rest and recharge. That means taking enough vacation or leaving the place of work when the work is finished. Everyone needs form time to time slow thinking. When people have more time they are more creative. Being deeply engaged with a task slow object invite us to pause, reflect and savour of course.
Taking these points into consideration, I would say that the idea of slow travel, work, sport and design is very favorable for our health. Needless to say, it is for better condition of our life. I prefer this way of life absolutely.
Daria M.
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