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What does it mean?
City people move quickly without grounding.
In plain terms
People rush in the city streets.
What can you take from it?
Urban life moves fast.

Where it applies

  • city living
  • commuting

Putting it to work

  • slow down
  • notice surroundings

Questions to consider

  • Are you moving too fast?
  • How do you ground yourself?

Another view

Speed can sometimes be necessary.

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