I’m an action-biased dude. I like to get things done and fast. But there are times when nothing can be done until more time passes.
I used to try to eliminate or speed up the times between action. It usually causes trouble. I’ve slowly but surely increased my tolerance for periods in which there is nothing to do but let time pass. There are problems for which the only solution is time and inaction. I often know when this is true, but I still can’t help but talk myself into ways in which I could help things along. Not a good idea.
The spaces between rising or falling action are actually pretty cool. You can allow your mind to unwind and go with the flow. I don’t think letting the current carry you is a good approach to life overall, but in between paddle strokes you need to glide. Those gliding moments are not problems. They’re good things.
At least I’m trying to accept them as such.