Comment by akira2501

> taking a step back from the relentless grind, and reconnecting with the world around you

The world does not want to connect with me. The world is in many subtle ways actively trying to kill me, harm me, and reduce me. If I'm taking time off it's for myself.

> rebellion against the incessant noise of modern life, which demands constant action.

So does my own body. Eventually I'm going to get hungry no matter how much nothing I do. Having stillness of mind allows purpose of action. You've got it all backwards.