Are You Losing Yourself in the Hustle?

Hello Friends,

In our world that’s constantly urging us to go, go, go, have you forgotten how to simply chill?

It's easy to get caught in the hustle, always pushing forward, always aiming for the next thing. But sometimes, what we really need is to pay attention to what’s happening right now. Without judgement. It takes effort to be effortless.

Be Present as You Are

Have you given yourself time to truly be present? Not planning for the future, not reflecting on the past, but just being here, now, in this moment.

Sure, it’s cliche. But it takes practice to be the most present version of yourself, effortlessly, without trying too hard.

When you allow yourself this time, you start to notice things you might otherwise miss—the raw data of visuals, sounds and feelings. The pressure of anxiety feels different when you don’t jump to a conclusion about it’s nature.

Don’t Edit the Mind

We're conditioned to think we're supposed to be somewhere else, doing something else. But constant self-editing and critique can be exhausting.

This busy, ongoing struggle with yourself—what some call the ego—keeps you from experiencing life as it is.

Ease Yourself Out of the Busy Mindset

Instead of jumping to conclusions and saying “I can’t” why not give yourself the space to just be?

Start by acknowledging the present moment without judgment. Allow yourself to be exactly as you are, right now.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, take a deep breath. Remind yourself that it’s okay to slow down. It’s okay to be still. It’s okay to just be.

Give yourself permission to take a break, to be present, and to connect with yourself in a more meaningful way.

Block time on your schedule to do nothing. Prioritize it.

It's not always so easy, but it's always worth it.

- Jake Twomey

“Saying ‘I can’t’ is alienating because you’ve already come to a conclusion”

- James Low