My teenager and I clash every morning because I need everyone ready on schedule to keep the day functioning while they operate on a more flexible internal clock, and our different time orientations are turning routine transitions into daily battles.
More people experience this than they realize.
Developmental and cultural differences in time perception are colliding with practical household needs.
“Where Are You with Monochronic vs. polychronic cultures?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.