The Human Tempo

In our rapid embrace of the digital age, we've forgotten our own pace. This "Human Tempo" is crucial. It's our anchor in the storm of constant notifications, updates, integrated systems and their digital noise. Why? It keeps us connected to and in sync with the things that truly matter - the mystery, faith, and beauty in our lives.

Think about faith. It's not a "quick fix" thing. You can't get it from a Google search or a tweet. It's deep, personal, and mysterious. It's about taking time for reflection, for quiet moments of prayerful wonder. This slow and steady awareness rhythm helps us sense something greater, something beyond the latest tech trend or social cue, something that easily vanishes when you increase your personal tempo beyond the way the human instrument is meant to be played.

And beauty? Real beauty isn't generated in filtered Instagram photos. It's in the quiet moments – a shared laugh, the rustle of leaves, the hues of a setting sunset. These moments wlll be missed if we're always rushing, always plugged in. By intentionally slowing down, we open ourselves up to noticing and experiencing these beautiful moments, these sparks of joy, these gifts of the present that align harmoniously with the human tempo.

But how can we slow down when everything around us is moving so fast? The answer isn't ditching our devices. Instead, we should use free will and strike a balance. Treat yourself to regular digital breaks. Prioritize face-to-face chats over FaceTime calls. Set aside time each day for quiet reflection and daydreaming. Talk to your neighbor and say hi to the neighborhood dogs. Be present in reality so that the digital information flow is more like a river you fish from, instead of a whirlpool you drown in.

The Human Tempo isn't about rejecting the digital age; it's about dancing to our own beat amidst the digital noise. It's a plea to remember the deep connections we have to mystery, faith, and beauty. If we lose that, we lose something fundamental about what it means to be human.

So, let's slow down and keep the Human Tempo.

The mysteries of life, the richness of faith, and the presence of beauty are worth it because they are the sustenance that your soul seeks, they are the doorway to knowing peace, a glimpse of God, and we can only truly encounter Him if we step back, take a breath, and sync up with the music of true life.