If we are not paying attention to our flow through life, we will have more accidents along the way, misunderstand others more often, and tend to overlook important things. Conversely, if we are being attentive to ourselves moving through the countless small happenings that comprise our daily lives, then we tend to be more productive; we will listen more carefully and understand more fully, have fewer accidents along the way, and be more present and available in our relationships with others. 

Duane Elgin, "Voluntary Simplicity"