Finding Calm in the Midst of Chaos
November always feels like the world speeds up –endless tasks, noise, and demands on our attention. I've been reminding myself that most of what feels urgent isn't actually within my control.
The Stoics taught that peace isn't found by changing our circumstances, but by changing how we see them. When I catch myself reacting to situations around me, I pause and ask:
"Is this within my power to influence – or is this something I must let go?"
That one question has saved my sanity more than once.
If you're feeling the pressure of the season, try taking a quiet moment today to separate what you truly can influence from what you can't. You might be surprised how much lighter life feels when you let go of the rest.
Judith Gordon, My Stoic Path To Healing
The Stoics taught that peace isn't found by changing our circumstances, but by changing how we see them. When I catch myself reacting to situations around me, I pause and ask:
"Is this within my power to influence – or is this something I must let go?"
That one question has saved my sanity more than once.
If you're feeling the pressure of the season, try taking a quiet moment today to separate what you truly can influence from what you can't. You might be surprised how much lighter life feels when you let go of the rest.
Judith Gordon, My Stoic Path To Healing
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