In "Pathfinder" by Orson Scott Card, the narrative explores the varying intensity of efforts to save humanity, suggesting that these endeavors can feel both urgent and exhausting. The perspective on this mission changes depending on the process phase individuals are involved in, highlighting how the nature of the struggle affects one's experience.

The author captures the duality of the human experience in crisis, ranging from frenetic efforts in critical moments to the monotonous grind of prolonged challenges. This evolution emphasizes the complexities of survival and the differing emotional states that accompany each stage of the fight for humanity's existence.