Feeling rushed?
The physical and mental strain of moving faster than our natural rhythm. Often we're racing to outrun anxiety or to meet standards that have no connection to our wellbeing.
The unmet need
Permission to move at our own pace; trust that slowing down will not lead to catastrophe but to better quality of presence.
A question to sit with
What disaster am I trying to prevent by rushing? What if presence matters more than speed?
What to do right now
Do one task today at deliberately half your normal speed. Notice how it feels to slow down. Practice saying "I have enough time" as you move through the day.
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