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This century has witnessed profound social changes. Former generations were largely confined to small villages. Because work centered on the home, travel was a luxury. But industrialization changed that.

As a result, the pace of life has speeded up. People find themselves rushing to get to work, hurriedly shopping, hastily dropping off their children at nurseries or day-care centers, and speeding away on weekends​—supposedly to relax. Life seems controlled by time clocks, train schedules, and store hours.

What can you do to gain more control of your life so that you can cope with today’s hectic pace?