The race is rigged, we all know
Today’s trend is to go, go, go
Add another task to the list
The Joneses are jonesing and insist

But we’re all racing towards the red
Let’s go but go slow instead
We’ve forgotten that the tortoise wins the race
So let’s unplug and go with grace

On my daily drive, there is a long straight stretch leading to a set of traffic lights, which can be seen way off in the distance. As the lights are on a set schedule, it’s ideal to race to the red because by the time you get there they will likely be green. Similarly, if they are green, then slow down because you’ll never make it in time. Each day I’m reminded of the phrases and lyrics ‘Rush to relax’ and ‘The lights are green, and so am I.’