Have you ever stopped to think and forgot to start? Have you ever tried to enjoy time off, or a vacation, and realized that it’s almost over and you’ve done nothing worthwhile? Where it doesn’t matter how much time you’ve had, it feels like you’ve had no time at all?
I’ve found myself circling the drain with this dilemma quite often, and two of the most glaring missteps I’ve found that I always take is lack of time management, and doom scrolling. Oh, doom scrolling, the silent killer of any and all productivity.
I have also come to realize that I frequently start so many projects, yet I finish none. Is it discipline I lack? The ability to become easily distracted by the next shiny hobby? Or is it because I don’t allow myself to be present in the moment anymore and enjoy what I have in front of me? I don’t actually take pause when it comes to being in the moment, because there are thirty (or more) other things that I’m aware of, being notified about, or just plain distracted by. Is there a point where we decide to slow down or shut off completely? Well, that all depends on the individual.
The purpose of this blog isn’t to convince anyone (or myself) to shirk responsibilities, but to instead explore nuanced ways to be present, live in the moment, and appreciate the finer things in life. The idea of being able to change my mindset and outlook to embrace a simpler lifestyle is the end goal. Let’s explore the art of slowing down and taking life in as a whole together. Let’s learn to appreciate the simple things again, and not fear missing out on something – we’re already missing out on too much. It’s time to reclaim ourselves, our space, and our peace.
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