My internal clock is unyielding, a constant mechanism that never misses a beat. While others depend on watches or phone alarms, my body and mind are tuned to an instinctive sense of time, as if a cosmic metronome is keeping me aligned with the universe. A steady awareness that remains, even in the quietest nights.

This heightened sense of time shapes my life in both meaningful and strange ways, helping me to experience moments more fully than usual. This perspective not only affects my everyday decisions but also deepens my relationships, encouraging me to cherish each interaction and notice the details around me. Consequently, I move through life with a purpose, recognizing that every moment is a precious gift, both delicate and full of possibilities. My near-death experience two and a half years ago made me more aware that every moment is a precious gift.

Yet, this gift comes with drawbacks. There’s no escaping time. it never slows down. I’m constantly reminded of time’s steady march, pushing me to make the most of each moment. Unlike others who chase time, I feel trapped by it, always in sync with its relentless flow. My biological clock never takes a break, tied to the invisible rhythm that controls us all.

Daily writing prompt

Which activities make you lose track of time?

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