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Praising Slowness

Offered By: TED-Ed via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the concept of slowness and its benefits in this thought-provoking TED talk by journalist Carl Honoré. Examine how the Western world's obsession with speed negatively impacts health, productivity, and quality of life. Discover the emerging backlash against this fast-paced lifestyle as people begin to embrace a slower approach. Learn about the Slow Movement and its principles, as Honoré shares insights from his book "In Praise of Slowness." Delve into various aspects of life affected by speed, including relationships, work, parenting, and education. Consider the possibility of slowing down in today's fast-paced world and the potential benefits it may bring to your overall well-being.

Syllabus

Intro
Speed
The damage of speed
My wakeup call
Time is finite
The slow movement
Slow sex
The workplace
The kids
The universities
Slowing down
Is it possible


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TED-Ed

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