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how to remove bassinet from bugaboo fox 3 Nuna® TRIV Next™ + Bassinet + PIPA Aire / PIPA RX / PIPA Aire RX TraveNuna TRIV Next + Bassinet + PIPA Aire or PIPA RX or PIPA Aire RX Travel System With clever compatibility and unsurpassed product quality and functionality, Nuna has designed multiple products that can be bundled to create flexible travel systems as your family's needs change. This Nuna Travel System Bundle includes the versatile and innovative Nuna TRIV stroller, your choice of either the Nuna PIPA Aire, the Nuna PIPA RX or the Nuna PIPA Aire RX
Nuna® TRIV Next™ + Bassinet + PIPA Aire or PIPA RX or PIPA Aire RX Travel System
With clever compatibility and unsurpassed product quality and functionality, Nuna has designed multiple products that can be bundled to create flexible travel systems as your family's needs change. This Nuna Travel System Bundle includes the versatile and innovative Nuna TRIV stroller, your choice of either the Nuna PIPA Aire, the Nuna PIPA RX or the Nuna PIPA Aire RX premium Infant Car Seat and the cozy and luxurious Nuna SWIV/TRIV series Bassinet and accompanying stand, for stroller snoozing or napping on the go. This special bundle also includes the ring car seat adapter and car seat LATCH guides for the ultimate in convenience.
What's Included:
- Nuna TRIV Next stroller
- Nuna PIPA infant car seat of your choice, either PIPA Aire, PIPA RX or PIPA Aire RX
- Nuna PIPA Series car seat base (RELX Base for PIPA RX or PIPA Aire RX)
- Ring car seat adapter
- Car Seat LATCH guides
- SWIV™ & TRIV™ series Bassinet
- Bassinet rain cover
- Bassinet adapters for TRIV/SWIV strollers
- Bassinet stand
- Nuna's Manufacturer Warranty from defects: 2 years
Nuna® TRIV™ Next Stroller:
Designed with convenience and comfort for the family on the go, the fully-featured Nuna TRIV Next stroller is the perfect travel companion for your everyday adventures. Weighing in at less than 19 pounds, the TRIV Next is compact, but cleverly designed, with all-wheel suspension, one-touch braking, and an updated stroller frame that boasts a wider wheel base and larger rear wheels for the ultimate stroll.
Easy to lift and maneuver, the TRIV Next packs up easily and quickly converts to a convenient travel system without sacrificing features like a reversible seat, one-handed recline and adjustable footrest. Updated features on the TRIV Next include the magnetic harness buckle, a convenient zip off sun canopy, and a wider, more stable wheel base with a built-in footrest to accommodate taller travelers.
The TRIV Next folds with one hand, with the seat facing either direction, and stands when folded to allow for easy storage and transport. With an all-season seat that will keep your little one snug in winter, and breathable mesh to let the summertime breeze in, the TRIV Next is the perfect companion for your everyday adventures.
Key Features Nuna TRIV Next Stroller:
- Red Dot Product Design Winner 2022
- Travel system ready - simply attach a Nuna PIPA™ series infant car seat to the included ring adapter
- Ring adapter folds with the stroller—no need to remove with the car seat
- Quick, one-handed fold means less time packing and more time relaxing
- Seat faces both ways and stroller folds flat no matter what direction baby’s been facing
- Durable footrest for a more comfortable ride
- MagneTech secure snap™ is a self-guiding magnetic buckle that automatically locks into place
- Stands alone when folded
- Spring suspension technology under the seat for smooth rides
- Water-repellent UPF 50+ canopy is extendable and features a flip out eyeshade and window
- Easy access zippered storage pocket and oversized shopping basket for all the essentials
- One-hand on-the-go recline and height adjustable pushbar
- Quick-release, five-point no-rethread harness converts to a three-point harness
- All-wheel suspension and one-touch rear brake allows for easy stop and go with just a simple top tap
- Swivel-lock front wheels
- 3-position recline and adjustable calf support for customized comfort
- All-season seat keeps baby cozy in winter and easily converts to mesh in summer
- Luxe leatherette accented pushbar and removable armbar lend style to your stroll
- Removable insert is lightweight and lightly textured with Merino wool and TENCEL* lyocell
- (*TENCEL™ is a trademark of Lenzing AG)
- Rubber tires are tough, foam-filled and ready for any terrain
Choose the Car Seat That's Right For You:
The Nuna® TRIV™ Stroller can be quickly converted into a convenient travel system. The travel system on this listing includes the versatile and multifunctional TRIV Next stroller plus your choice of either the Nuna Aire, the Nuna PIPA RX or the Nuna PIPA Aire RX infant car seat, as well as a comfy and luxurious Bassinet. All three of these car seats offer unsurpassed safety standards, lightweight and stylish design and premium materials that are free of chemical flame retardants. The chart below provides a snapshot of the key differences between the three PIPA car seats available for this travel bundle:
Key Features Nuna® PIPA™ Aire Infant Car Seat:
- The PIPA aire is both ultra-portable and seriously protective
- PIPA aire is the lightest in the PIPA series infant car seat lineup
- One-handed vehicle and stroller release for easy in an outs
- Fabrics and inserts are conveniently machine washable
- Belt path for vehicle belt installation
- FAA certified for aircraft use with or without a base
- Connects with all Nuna strollers (and their adapters as appropriate) to create a stylish travel system
- Features Aeroflex™ foam that is cleverly lightweight, resilient, and minimizes force transferred to baby
- Steel-reinforced True lock™ base installation makes set up swift, simple, and safe
- Side Impact Protection (SIP) for ultimate baby safe keeping
- The deep seat design creates a cocoon-like space, ensuring a better fit and comfortable car seat for your baby.
- 5-point harness keeps baby’s travels secure
- Tailor tech™ memory foam headrest provides a comfortable custom fit
- Removable infant head and body inserts nestle baby in comfort and security
- UPF 50+ canopy with flip-out eyeshade protects from sun exposure
- The iconic Sky drape™ provides baby with ultimate privacy for quiet moments
- Luxe leatherette carry handle for more secure gripping
- Exposed aerospace aluminum handle adds a contemporary aesthetic and enhances the seat's intuitive functionality
- Soft yet durable micro-knit fabric for refined style and casual warmth
- From fabric to foam and beyond each element is smartly sourced to be both flame resistant and contain no added fire-retardant chemicals making it safer for baby
Key Features Nuna® PIPA™ RX Infant Car Seat:
- From fabric to foam and beyond, each element is smartly sourced to be both flame resistant and contain no added fire retardant chemicals
- Side impact protection for ultimate baby safe keeping
- Comfy organic jersey insert is removable for growing babies
- Integrated harness holders help when buckling baby in
- Luxe leatherette accented carry handle. Tote elegantly with ease
- Five point harness keeps little ones in place
- Two-piece removable infant insert + head support. Customize to their individual shape and get a perfect fit right from birth
- Mesh peek-a-boo window in canopy
- Heavy duty shell is super resilient yet lightweight
- Lightweight carry handle is ergonomically designed to tote with ease
- FAA certified for aircraft use
- True lock™ installation makes set up swift, simple and above all – safe
- 5 second install
- Crumple zone within the stability leg absorbs impact and minimizes force transferred to baby
- Colored installation indicators confirm correct connections to the vehicle
- Bubble free recline angle guides clearly confirm the perfect riding angle
- Low profile base for easier loading of infant seat
- Open belt path for easier install
- Belt guides
- Anti-rebound panel
- Automatic rigid latch storage
- Extra convenient stability leg storage with lock
- Steel reinforced true lock™ rigid latch
- Lock off with easy access belt path
- Indicators on rigid latch turn green when clicked to vehicle anchor points
- Indicators on stability leg turn green when in proper contact with vehicle floor
- GREENGUARD Gold Certified: Products that have achieved GREENGUARD Gold Certification are scientifically proven to meet some of the world's most rigorous third-party chemical emissions standards, and certified to not contribute to indoor air pollution or chemical exposure
Key Features Nuna® PIPA™ Aire RX Infant Car Seat:
- FAA certified for aircraft use with or without a base
- Connects with all Nuna strollers to create a stylish travel system*
- 5-second steel-reinforced True lock™ installation makes set up swift, simple, and safe**
- Side Impact Protection (SIP) for ultimate baby safekeeping
- Open belt path with lock off secures lap and shoulder belt
- Features Aeroflex™ foam that is cleverly lightweight, resilient, and minimizes force transferred to baby
- The deep seat design creates a cocoon-like space, ensuring a better fit and comfortable car seat for your baby.
- 3-position height-adjustable headrest and 5-point harness keeps little ones in place
- Removable infant head and body inserts nestle baby in comfort and security
- Tailor tech™ memory foam seat panel and headrest provides a comfortable custom fit
- UPF 50+ canopy with 2 positions and a flip-out eyeshade protects from sun exposure
- The iconic Sky drape™ provides baby with ultimate privacy for quiet moments
- Soft yet durable micro-knit fabric for refined style and casual warmth
- Super-resilient top-of-the-line plastics for a heavy-duty secure shell
- Exposed aerospace aluminum handle adds a contemporary aesthetic and enhances the seat's intuitive functionality
- Luxe leatherette carry handle for more secure gripping
- From fabric to foam and beyond each element is smartly sourced to be both flame-resistant and contain no added fire-retardant chemicals making it safer for baby
- Infant head and body inserts are made of environmentally friendly Merino wool and TENCEL™ lyocell fiber blend that is soft, naturally controls moisture, and is environmentally friendly
- GREENGUARD Gold Certified to meet some of the world's most rigorous third-party chemical emissions standards, and certified to not contribute to indoor air pollution or chemical exposure
- Additional GOTS organic cotton infant insert and harness cover set
Upon selecting a specific car seat on the order page, your corresponding car seat base will be identified and automatically included with your travel bundle.
- Nuna® PIPA™ Aire Infant Car Seat + PIPA Series Base
- Nuna® PIPA™ RX Infant Car Seat + RELX base
- Nuna® PIPA™ Aire RX Infant Car Seat + RELX base
To help you make an informed choice, we have also outlined the key differences between the PIPA Series base and the RELX base in the comparison chart below:
Key Features Nuna® PIPA™ Series Base:
- 5-second install with two easy and instant steps. Please note to always refer to the product instruction manual. Under no circumstances should this information be used to replace the car seat instruction booklet
- True lock™ rigid latch is 50% stronger than a typical belt latch
- Steel stability leg helps minimize forward rotation during impact by up to 90% when compared to a system that is not using a stability leg
- Colored installation indicators confirm correct connections to the vehicle and car seat to base
- Bubble level indicators help to minimize user error
- Super-resilient top-of-the-line plastics for a heavy duty, secure shell
- Anchor latch guides make it easy to locate and install on lower anchor bars
Key Features Nuna® PIPA™ RELX Base:
- Crumple zone within the stability leg absorbs impact and minimizes force transferred to baby
- Colored installation indicators confirm correct connections
- Low profile base for super easy loading
- Easy vehicle seat belt install provides options
- Latch and stability leg neatly store away when not in use
- Anchor latch guides make it easy to locate and install on lower anchor bars
Key Features Nuna SWIV™ & TRIV™ Series Bassinet:
- Full of functionality—creates a sweet haven for baby on the stand or stroller
- Use with the included stand around the house, by bedside, or while traveling for a nursery on the go
- Suitable for overnight sleeping and keeping baby close by
- Quickly snaps into the stand with a super-secure fit
- Connects easily and securely to your TRIV™ or SWIV™ series stroller
- Integrated memory release buttons for a struggle-free detach from stroller
- Iconic Sky drape™ pulls down smoothly and attaches quietly with magnets for privacy
- Water-repellent, UPF 50+ canopy is extendable and features a flip-out eyeshade
- Mesh ventilation panels to check in on the baby and provide air circulation
- Hidden storage compartment for all the extra essentials
- Luxe leatherette accented carry handle allows for easy gripping
- Compact, flat fold for hassle-free travels and space-saving stowaways
- Collapse for storing by pulling the fold locks on sides and ends of the bassinet
- Unfold by pushing the fold locks back into an upright position
- Top cover and seat pad zip off for quick and effortless removal
- The mattress cover, top cover, and liner are machine washable
- GOTS certified organic cotton mattress cover provides better-for-baby comfort
Key Features Nuna SWIV™ & TRIV™ Series Bassinet:
- Easily and securely connects to the bassinet with no adapter needed
- Ideal height for keeping baby within arm's reach at bedside
- Folds and unfolds with one hand for super simple setups and stowaway
- Ultra-compact design makes it perfect for around the house, traveling and storing
- Spacious storage basket for extra diapers and blankets
- Lightweight aluminum design for the ultimate in portability
Specifications:
Nuna TRIV Stroller:
Recommended Use:
- Weight limit: 50 pounds
- Product weight: 18.5 pounds (excluding seat insert, bumper bar and canopy)
- Dimensions: 37"L x 22.5"W x 42-43.5"H
- Folded dimensions: 24"L x 22.5"W x 15"H
- Wheel size: 7" front, 9" rear
- Nuna's Manufacturer Warranty from defects: 2 years for stroller, 1 year for car seat
PIPA Aire Infant Car Seat:
Recommended Use:
- 4 to 30 lbs, and 16 to 30 in.
- Car seat dimensions L 27.25 in W 17.5 in H 23 in
- Weight: 6 lbs (without canopy and inserts - canopy and inserts approx. 1.8 lb)
PIPA RX Infant Car Seat:
Recommended Use:
- 4 to 32 lbs, and 16 to 32 in.
- Car seat dimensions: L 25.2 in W 17.5 in H 23 in
- Weight: 7.6 lbs (without canopy and inserts - canopy and insert approx. 1 lb)
PIPA Aire RX Infant Car Seat:
Recommended Use:
- 4 to 30 lbs, and 16 to 30 in.
- Car seat dimensions: L 27.25 in W 17.5 in H 23 in
- Weight: 6.2 lbs (without canopy and inserts - canopy and inserts approx. 2.2 lb)
SWIV & TRIV Bassinet and Stand:
Recommended Use:
- Recommended use: Birth to 20 lbs. and up to 27" in height
- Dimensions open: 23.5" H x 16.5" W x 33" L
- Dimensions folded: 5.75" H x 16.5" W x 33" L
- Weight: 8.6 lbs.
- DO NOT use the bassinet when the infant begins to push up on hands and knees.
- For use on included stand and TRIV/SWIV series strollers only
- Bassinet + Stand open dimensions L 33 in W 20 in H 44.5 in
- Bassinet + Stand folded dimensions L 34 in W 20 in H 10 in
- WEIGHT: 15 lbs. (bassinet and stand)
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★★★★★ 5
Excellent and Necessary!
Format: Kindle
Adding this book to the impactful list in my life! Very well written and easy to read. Thank you John Mark Comer.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2026
★★★★★ 5
A much needed quench to the thirst of our societies internal struggles.
Format: Hardcover
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry:
This book is a refreshing surge of truth and wisdom, full of profound teachings from a heart posture of love for those of us suffering from modern day hyper-culture. Thank you for the great read, John Mark Comer.
I would highly recommend to others to read this book: To slowly and fully read this book.
After the first chapter, I was confronted with so many modern day realities that have become the new daily norms. Those of course brought forth personal conviction and a new hope for the change that would be to come! It was hard to believe that the entire book would be so filling - BUT IT WAS.
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry makes an articulate yet simple stride to sober today’s society to the truth. The truth that the generalized hurried, stressed out, and “got no time” culture we’ve created, is bringing us death. Not life.
JMC leads a church that I regularly visit. I do not come because I have an overflowing abundance of time and want to go to church twice on Sundays. No, I go because everytime I attend Bridgetown Church, I am filled with deeper insight into God’s word and such joy and peace! Why joy and peace you may ask? Because our God is a God of JOY and PEACE. When you get to know him and his truths are spoken to us and over our life we begin to know our Father and find joy, rest, and many other fruits in him. JMC and his pastoral team are doing something beautifully radical in today’s society - Choosing Jesus’ rhythm over today’s western hyper obsessed, and greed driven culture.
I began reading this book during a month of my life that I felt like I was spiritually under warfare and was having a hard time not just spiritually, but also emotionally and physically. I began reading the Ruthless Elimination of
Hurry because I have read all of JMC’s books and I trust that his writings would be only an encouragement for me. This book is full of life giving knowledge that he has collected through his discipline to the way, reading other authors, historical and present, that too were trying to practice the way, and oh yeah - where they got it all - Jesus, the man teaching us all the way! This read was a leveling reminder of my discipleship to Jesus and how to step back into his beautifully easy rhythm that is, no doubt, in opposition to the rhythm of current society, social media, and today’s lure of entertainment. I am twisting and turning my way back into the path God has laid so lovingly before us to stride beside him. & just like that! I am back to the fruit of the spirit spilling joy and love out of me!
I cried once in this novel. As I read the last three pages. Please listen why - Because JMC so graciously and intentionally laid in front of us Jesus’ teachings in a language we all follow, a way to heal our souls, bring families back together, unite friendships, & ultimately live life to the fullest. I was filled with a passionate excitement to again believe that WE CAN live in the way of Jesus, walking in his slow and easy footsteps.
In my opinion, this is John Mark Comer’s best novel yet. I feel as though we have a modern day apostle helping us to disciple under Jesus. Ready and willing to teach those who choose to listen and leading the masses into the loving way of Jesus.
I bought this book for myself. & then I bought a couple for a couple close friends. I imagine I will continue as I see the need in many struggling in a chaotic and over crammed life. This is a refreshing reminder to step back into the path less traveled. I encourage you to read it and see what kind of fruit these practices can bear in your life.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2019
★★★★★ 5
Slowdown. Chill. Enjoy life.
Format: Hardcover
Very simple read with great content for slowing down.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Definitely a really good book to read
Format: Hardcover
So far an amazing book I haven’t finished it, but I’m so into it and I know for a fact it’s gonna be good from the beginning to the end. It does make me reflect on my life, and it has opened my eyes to a lot of things regarding being in a hurry, and how if the enemy can’t get us to sin, he will make us busy. Must read.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Hustle is dumb; slowing down is smart
Format: Kindle
I very much liked the message of this book. I didn’t like the execution of providing the message very much. There were good and bad things about both the message and execution, but good ones carried much more weight.
But, I will traditionally start from some…
CONS
1. Jokes.
That’s the minor CON. Some of them were really lame. Dry like a desert. But some of them cracked me up too. I guess, you cannot win them all, right?
But there is an underlying issue here too. Check out CON #3.
2. Overly Spiritual.
That’s nitpicking, I know. This is a book written by a pastor for Christians. It should be spiritual and it serves this crowd.
However, I hate the fact that people who need this message the most, luke-warmed Christians and secular people, will miss out on this. The ruthless elimination of hurry helps you become a better human being, not just a better Christian.
I’m a Christian, and I always try to mix both spiritual and secular tips in my texts, so the majority of the population will not be left out.
On the other hand, I guess none of this makes deep sense if there is not a loving God who knows what’s good and bad for us. You can go through the motions, but if you don’t see the meaning, will you even bother to go through the motions?
As I said, pure nitpicking.
3. Language, Please!
But I fully agree with the current top review of The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry on Amazon: the language is dumbed down and this does the book a great disservice. Seriously, I love self-published books for the personal tone and personal stories. But if the personal tone becomes a colloquial one, especially tackling such a serious subject matter… Ouch.
That severely spoiled my reading experience. Still, I highlighted a lot of passages and devoured the book. It taught me something. It reinforced or articulated a lot of what I already knew. But the sour taste remained.
Definitely, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry is not a perfect book. But it is a very good one. Here comes the plenty of…
PROS
1. The Origin Story.
For me, it set the stage for the whole book. But the advice from Comer’s mentor, repeated word by word, when asked about spiritual progress?
Plus, John’s struggles with keeping his sanity in the hurry of the everyday life made the whole book relatable for me.
It was a perfect way to start the book. Big kudos for that.
2. Sabbath.
I’m a guy who has been practicing Sabbath for 25 years (since I was 17 years old). I never grasped completely where it comes from. I was simply obedient.
Not zealous; my line of work (IT support of 24/7 systems) demanded attending some emergencies and scheduled maintenance on Sundays. But I always had the gut feeling it’s extremely important to stick to the Sabbath practice.
Even during my university studies, I must have been really pressed (the final attempt to pass an exam) to study on Sunday. When I had the chance to stray away from the projects that needed occasional work on Sundays, I jumped on it.
However, only by reading The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry did I realize what Sabbath really provides:
the Sabbath — just like an animal or a human being — has the life-giving capacity to procreate.”
I knew the Ten Commandments by heart, but the Catholic version of the Sabbath commandment (in teaching, not in the Bible) is severely abbreviated: Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy. I never paid attention to the whole placement of the commandment.
What penetrated my awareness was probably quoting the percentages:
If you were to configure Ten Commandments as a pie chart, this one would take up over 30 percent of the pie.”
I’m a numbers freak. I know what they mean, like normal people know what words mean. The third commandment is utterly important. The author’s line of reasoning convinced me completely. I was ready to accept that the Sabbath is life-giving.
3. The Message.
Like most people nowadays, I stuffed way too many tasks into my days. Almost exactly two years ago, a friend challenged me to dedicate half an hour a day for physical activity.
I had to force myself to carve out those 30 minutes a day. It helped me immensely in keeping a sane mind among the multitude of things I do on a daily basis (writing, coaching, a day job, book advertising business, three masterminds, etc.). It saved my mind when I was in the thick of the COVID-induced brain fog for three months.
Also, around the same time I started tracking my work time. I had been working 4–6 hours a day (apart from Sundays, of course). And my income didn’t fluctuate much. Creating time for walks and bike rides also created a mind space for me.
I think this is a good illustration of what eliminating hurry out of your life does. Comparing to most corporate workers, I work at a leisurely pace. And I’m making more money than my director in PwC who has 60+ people under her chain of command.
I’m talking money here because that’s the main illusion in hurry’s favor — that by doing more and faster you can have more. Yes, you can, but it’s not a guarantee. You can have “much” by working 4–6 hours a day.
That’s just tackling the carnal part of things. When it comes to the spiritual realm, hurry gives zero return. In fact, it’s a hurdle.
I pray, meditate, read and journal for about two hours a day, and I’ve been doing that for years. This is the sole reason I could hustle for years and didn’t ever burn out. There were a few occasions where I was close to a breakdown, but I always had space in my days reserved for God and relationships; that saved me.
Oh, and I didn’t just survive. I made a lot of progress. And that’s my point. You don’t need to hurry up to grow. You need to slow down. Comer articulates it aptly in his book.
4. 20 Practices to Slow Down.
That was the best part of the book, in my opinion, because it was the most practical. I’m a down-to-earth kind of person. Deep philosophical ruminations are fine and good, but if they don’t translate into concrete daily actions, I just don’t hold them in high esteem.
The practices John enumerated are clear, precise and taken from his experience. You can take them and apply immediately.
And they are so challenging! Seriously, remember this comes from a guy who spends over 2.5 hours a day on intentional slowing down. I’m on the same page as the author, yet I found most of those disciplines extremely challenging. Also, several of them apply directly to mobile phones. I thought I made a good job of using my smartphone as a tool, but reading through those tips, my complacency evaporated.
Anyway, I think this one chapter is worth the book’s price.
5. Deep and Profound.
Despite “dumbing down” the language, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry is still a very deep book. And from time to time, some sentence would hit me like a ton of bricks. A few reflections:
It’s wise to regularly deny ourselves from getting what we want, whether through a practice as intense as fasting or as minor as picking the longest checkout line. That way, when somebody else denies us from getting what we want, we don’t respond with anger.”
Well, John is more of a saint than me. Too often, I do respond with anger. But he is right that asceticism builds barriers between the impulse and the automatic reactions. I’ve never thought of my ascetic practices that way, but I agree 100% with the above passage.
We achieve inner peace when our schedules are aligned with our values.”
Well said, indeed! We regret doing things or not doing them exactly because they are out of sync with our values.
I like cleaning a kitchen from time to time to express my love for my wife. But I cannot fully replace her in this task because then I would scramble to find time for writing. Putting bread on the table is as important as cleaning, and it is my task in our household.
When I regret that I binge-watched a TV series or YT channel, it’s because I didn’t align my actions with my values.
Now, I seriously think I should have a closer look at my schedule and determine what’s aligned with my values in it and what is not.
Life is right under our noses, waiting to be enjoyed.”
Hurry literally robs me of my life. If I don’t take time to enjoy my life, but chase the next shiny object, how would I ever enjoy my life? Pausing the race is a necessary prerequisite for enjoyment.
SUMMARY
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry is not perfect. It’s too often snarky and ironic. Yet, it’s profound and mmarydeep at the same time. Writing a book with all of those characteristics is an art I appreciate.
The ‘youth’ language and lame jokes spoiled my reading experience a bit, but just a bit.
The Bible analysis? Superb. I’ve been studying the Bible for decades, and still I learned something new.
The how-to of slowing down the modern life? Superb. Challenging even for a guy like me who uses the technology as a tool, not an entertainment.
Overall impression? Superb.
Read this book.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2021