In an effort not to be lazy, we push ourselves to do more and rest less. Our standards for what we think we should accomplish in one day far exceed our time and energy.
I’m keeping the purple toaster to remind me that going slow is OK. It may even be advantageous in the long run.
Trying to control something that is not your responsibility is a waste of time and good energy.
If you’re like me, the thought of having one more thing to do or one more thing to keep track of adds to the overwhelm of a full-enough schedule. And so I’m looking for a gentler way to move toward life as I think it should be lived.
The vulnerability needed in showing love to others requires me to recognize that my worldview isn’t the only one, and it is biased, based on my temperament, education, and life experiences. Yours is, too.