One of the most counterintuitive truths about time blindness: the struggle against it often makes it worse. Acceptance — clearly misunderstood — is one of the most powerful tools available.
What Acceptance of Time Blindness Actually Means
Acceptance does NOT mean:
- Liking or approving of time blindness
- Giving up on getting better
- Thinking time blindness is okay
Acceptance DOES mean:
- Acknowledging time blindness without adding unnecessary struggle against the fact of its existence
- Allowing time blindness to be present without fighting it into bigger problems
- Making room for time blindness while still living your values
The ACT Approach to Time Blindness
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) uses acceptance as a core tool: instead of fighting time blindness, you learn to make room for it while committing to valued action regardless.
The Paradox of Accepting Time Blindness
Many people find that when they stop fighting time blindness and simply allow it, it loses intensity. The suffering of time blindness is partly the struggle against it.