Why is There Never Enough Time in the Day? Staying Human in an Accelerating World

In 'The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry', John Mark Comer argues that hurry and busyness are significant enemies of spiritual life. The book offers a roadmap for staying emotionally healthy and spiritually alive by adopting a slower, simpler way of life. Comer draws from his personal experiences and spiritual disciplines to provide practical advice on how to slow down and cultivate a deeper intimacy with God. He emphasizes the importance of practices such as prayer, fasting, and sabbath rest to overcome the challenges of modern life and find true fulfillment.

In this book, Hartmut Rosa argues that modern society's relentless pursuit of control and predictability has led to a distorted relationship with the world. Rosa posits that the most profound connections arise from embracing the unpredictable and uncontrollable nature of life, which he terms 'resonance'. He examines how this concept affects various aspects of human life, including family, work, politics, and religion, highlighting the importance of acknowledging and preserving the inherent uncontrollability of the world.

Wendell Berry's 'Leaving Leavings' is a collection of poems reflecting on rural life, memory, and the bonds that sustain communities in an ever‑changing world. Berry's work often contrasts steady, rooted practices with modern alienation, and the poems attend to the moral and spiritual value of place, work, and human connection. The collection contains pieces that are both plaintive and celebratory, offering a perspective that resists the speed and disposability of contemporary culture. Berry's craft emphasizes plainspoken language, careful attention, and ethical depth, encouraging readers to reconsider their relationships with the land and one another. His poetry serves as a corrective to haste and fragmentation, inviting sustained wonder and engagement.