An analysis of global time use reveals that people spend an average of 9.4 hours per day on activities with direct outcomes, leading to little time for leisure and spontaneity. The inability to embrace unplanned interactions reflects a broader societal trend where every moment is accounted for. This incessant busyness not only burdens to-do lists but also affects libido and the ability to experience pleasure. To foster intimacy and enjoyment, it is crucial to create space for spontaneity and leisure amidst a busy life.
Fajzel et al. (2023) explored how the world's population allocates daily activities and found that 9.4 hours per day on average is spent engaging in activities with direct outcomes.
The overwhelming busyness of modern life doesn't just affect our to-do lists, but also our libido and experiences of pleasure.
When our nervous systems are out of balance, pleasure feels harder to access, and desire can take a backseat.
Pleasure, much like intimacy, needs room to grow. It thrives when we make room for it, to just be without the pressure of a prod.
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