In modern society, the common response to "How are you?" has shifted from "I’m fine" to "I’m so busy". Busyness is no longer just a state of having many tasks; it has become a bona fide status symbol . By lacking leisure time, individuals signal their importance and suggest that their human capital is in high demand.

When activity ceases, people are often forced to confront deep, frightening questions that constant motion allows them to skirt. 2. Productivity vs. Motion

There is a critical distinction between being busy and being productive.