What's The Rush?

 Happy Monday,

For some of us, life can start in a rush—despite the plans we make the night before. We wake up thinking, It’s Monday already? Friday felt like a moment ago, when we left work excited for the weekend, only to turn around and do it all again.

Last night I told myself I’d get up before everyone else, as I usually do. I even added a few details to my morning: finish my early walk, hit my three miles (because honestly, I’d fallen off and wasn’t letting myself slide), and write this blog post.

But instead of rising early, I hit snooze—first mistake—and stayed up too late (pretending nighttime is free time). Then came the scramble: making sure my daughter was up and ready for school, running to the store for chips she wanted, rushing back so she wouldn’t miss the bus. She made it—just barely.

Back home, I washed my face and brushed my teeth. Then I paused. Why am I rushing? I was moving like there was a deadline, as if my morning walk might disappear if I didn’t hurry.

That moment of awareness changed everything. I told myself: Wait a minute. Take your time. There’s no need to rush. You’re going to be fine.

That shift helped me enjoy the rest of my day. My walk was fantastic and gave me space to reflect. Everything ran more smoothly, and—oddly enough—I could think clearly without the rush pressing on my timeline. It reminded me that life isn’t meant to be a constant sprint.

Slowing down isn’t about doing less—it’s about being fully present in each moment, savoring life as it unfolds. The next time you feel that familiar pull to hurry, pause for a breath and notice the moment. The world will wait, and your soul will thank you.


-ToniRay

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