“Almost everything doesn’t need to be done right now.” ~ Unknown
Do you ever think you can cram a million things into ten minutes?
Maybe you’re already late, but you’re still firing off one last email, scrubbing dishes, or tearing the house apart for your keys. You tell yourself it’ll only take a second, but somehow, stress becomes the constant background music.
It’s easy to fall into the trap of believing that chaos and pressure mean you’re being productive. That if you’re not rushing or juggling too much, you must not be doing enough.
But here’s the truth: living in a constant state of stress isn’t just tiring, it chips away at your health over time. That low-grade “always on” tension isn’t sustainable, and your body knows it.
Look around, and you’ll hear the same story everywhere: “I’m exhausted.” “I’m stretched thin.” “There’s too much on my plate.” Stress has become so normal that it almost feels like the price of success.
It doesn’t have to be.
Instead of asking, “What else can I squeeze in?” try asking, “What can wait?” Practice the pause. Permit yourself to step back, even briefly. Two minutes of deep breathing, a short walk, or simply sitting still can reset your nervous system and remind you that you’re more than just your to-do list.
Remember, you don’t need to earn your worth by rushing. You’re already enough. Each pause is an act of strength, a reminder that you can meet life with clarity instead of chaos.
So this week, permit yourself to slow down, to breathe, to arrive fully in the moment. Your future self will thank you.
Stretching alongside you,
Amy
