Stop! What Are You Going to Stop Doing as of Today?

It's that time of the year. When we start thinking about all the things we plan to begin in the new year. We envision ourselves engaging in more sports. Spending quality time with friends. Calling relatives more frequently. Eating healthier. And finally sticking to that morning routine (for real this time!). Being more productive (again...). The sky is the limit!

We all think we want to get healthier, better, wealthier, higher, faster. But let's pause for a moment and ask ourselves: is it truly worth it? Simply writing and reading it leaves me feeling breathless and overwhelmed. Just stop. Breath in, breath out. Life isn't solely about adding more rules, habits, and improvement projects to our already overflowing plate.

What if, instead of focusing on what to add, we consider what to stop? What if we pause some of our destructive habits. Silence the negative self-talk. Halt the descent into emotional spirals. Stop being passive. Doesn't it frustrate you to know that these things stand in your way?

That's why I'd like to invite you to reflect: stop! What am I going to stop doing as of today?

By eliminating certain behaviors or thought patterns, you create space in your heart, body, and mind. This newfound space may allow for sports. Nurturing friendships. Connecting with family. Maintaining a healthy diet. Sticking to a morning routine. And most importantly, being more in tune with yourself.

Take a moment to jot down your thoughts. Once you've finished, take a deep dive within and ask yourself: which space has just opened up for me? What has changed? What's possible now?