Stepping Back to Step Forward
It’s been a while since I’ve written here. The truth is, I needed to step away—not because I lost interest, but because I was losing myself in the constant rhythm of “checking boxes” in life. Work, parenting, responsibilities—everything started to feel like a list instead of a life. So I pressed pause.
Choosing to Be Present
Over the past months, I’ve leaned into presence. I’ve been spending more time with my daughters, not just being around them but with them—fully engaged in their laughter, curiosity, and even their chaos. I realized how much of life I was rushing through without soaking in the moments that truly matter.
In choosing to slow down, I’ve learned that presence isn’t about having endless hours—it’s about intention. I’ve started to notice how much beauty lives in the small, ordinary moments: the way my daughters light up when they discover something new, the way their laughter fills the room, even the quiet pauses where we’re simply together. These are the moments that, in the past, I might have overlooked while rushing through my to-do list or worrying about what comes next. Now, I’m learning to let myself pause, breathe, and soak them in—because these are the pieces of life that matter most and the ones I want to carry with me.
Rediscovering Myself
In the middle of marriage changes, motherhood, and my daughter’s medical journey, I lost sight of who I was outside of being strong for everyone else.
This year has been about rediscovering me—my voice, my boundaries, and the things that light me up. I’ve learned to stop silencing myself for the sake of peace and start honoring what I feel and what I need.
Growing Spiritually and Emotionally
Meditation and mindfulness have been at the center of this season. I’ve been working on my energy, healing old patterns, and connecting more deeply with my spirit. Instead of pushing feelings aside, I’ve been letting them surface, processing them, and learning from them. This has brought me clarity, strength, and a peace I didn’t know I was missing.
Health and Wholeness
Alongside spiritual growth, I’ve been paying attention to my whole self—body, mind, and soul.
I’ve shifted the way I eat, how I care for my body, and how I protect my mental health. I’m realizing that wellness isn’t just about physical health; it’s about creating balance in every part of life.
Living Instead of Surviving
What I’ve learned most is that life isn’t meant to be survived—it’s meant to be lived. Taking this time has reminded me that slowing down, reflecting, and truly being present is not a luxury; it’s necessary.
Moving Forward
I don’t have it all figured out (and maybe I never will), but I feel grounded in a way I haven’t before. I’ll continue sharing pieces of this journey here—not as someone with all the answers, but as someone learning, growing, and living in real time.
If you’ve ever felt like you’ve been running on autopilot, I hope this encourages you to pause, breathe, and give yourself permission to truly live—not just exist
Unapologetic. Unshaken. Unstoppable.
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