Embracing Restoration: Finding Balance in a World of Hustle

In today's fast-paced world, the message of slowing down resonates deeply with me. Recent conversations with friends have also revealed similar desires to embrace rest amidst the hustle and bustle of modern life.  

In recent years, I've shared that I've been rethinking my resolution approach and prioritizing restoration instead. This shift challenges the traditional notion that doing more equals achieving more and instead emphasizes the importance of restoring what has been lost or overlooked. Maybe it's because I've gotten older, but I've discovered that productivity requires rest and healthy boundaries.

A key strategy I recently learned from my podcast guest, Jennifer Dukes Lee, is switching from a mindset of "I can't" to "I don't." This linguistic shift empowers us to establish boundaries that align with our values and priorities without feeling guilty or apologetic.

As someone with people-pleasing tendencies, creating a thoughtful list of things "I don't" do instantly lays down the pressure to do more than I know I should.

If you have this tendency like me, consider pausing and practicing discernment and intention before accepting every opportunity.

As we embrace 2025, let it be a year marked by a commitment to restoration, where we prioritize relationships, personal well-being, and purposeful living.

Let's remember that true fulfillment does not lie in doing more but rather in taking the time to slow down, savor the life God has for us, and focus on what truly matters most. Let's carry these insights forward and embrace a life of balance and restoration.