The Clock That Counted Listening
Time Earned Through Attention
This clock advanced only when someone truly listened—without interrupting, correcting, or preparing a reply. Long conversations sometimes moved the hands only minutes. Brief, sincere exchanges moved hours. Time, it seemed, valued presence over duration.
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