Longterm LensHow to prioritize your lifeNarrator A bright classroom buzzes with energy as Mrs. Parker places a giant spinning compass on her desk.Mrs. Parker Class, what's more important: what screams for your attention, or what's important now?Timmy But Mrs. Parker, my homework is due TONIGHT! That feels urgent AND important!Mrs. Parker So, Timmy, what if you asked yourself: 'What will make me happy in a year?' Would rushing tonight's homework be the first answer?Timmy Maybe not. I guess... helping Mom with her project would feel better a year from now. But my homework shouts louder!Mrs. Parker Urgency is loud, but longterm happiness whispers. So, try optimizing for what your future self will thank you for. That's what is important.Timmy So if I choose helping Mom, I might lose a few homework points... but gain a memory and make my next year happier?Mrs. Parker Exactly, Timmy! The urgent fades, but the meaningful lasts. Prioritize like your happiness is a year in the making.Quotes: How to prioritize tasks: Optimize for longterm. Ask, what will make you happy in a year? Not just what's urgent vs important now. +Theme: Rendered in the style of naive impressionism with simplified forms and vibrant colors. The brushwork is loose and expressive, capturing a whimsical and dreamlike atmosphere. The perspective is flattened, giving a charming, almost childlike view of the scenery. The use of bold outlines and contrasting hues adds to the playful and lively aesthetic. @Mrs. Parker: Unpredictable Examiner @Timmy: Resourceful 8yr old
