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Listen To What Your Surroundings Are Telling You

09.05.2007 | Chris Bailey

Via my favorite corporate bullshit haters, here’s a link to a project called Their Circular Life. Beyond the interesting effect of watching the same scene change through one day, there’s some great learning here to apply in our life.

It’s Flash-based so make sure your browser has the plugin. Once you get to the site, choose Enter with Intro to get a flavor of what’s to come. Take some time to explore each scene and pay attention to the little things that change along with the more noticeable ones. And don’t neglect the tips to the bottom left of the scenes. I like this one, in particular:

Release the pressure of your life and listen to what your surroundings is telling you.

So, take some time right now to stop with all the go-go and slow down. At least for a couple of minutes. Breathe and look around. Even if you’re in your work cube, swivel on your chair and really notice what’s going on. Take in the sounds, the smells, the visuals. What do you notice? What sort of surprises did you find?

And the folks who put together Their Circular Life are hoping to open this project up. If you’re interested in taking part in their idea, they’ve released source files and documentation on how to get involved.

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2 Responses to “Listen To What Your Surroundings Are Telling You”

  1. Astha Reply

    This is pretty cule Chris!

    PS: I also like the new banner. Neat!

  2. Chris Bailey Reply

    Thanks a bunch, Astha. I’m going to be doing some header banner cycling…trying to see if I can find a good randomizing program to hotswap out graphics.

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