Just Breathe

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

This is Day 29 of a 31 Day writing challenge. To read more about my 31 Days series and to catch up on any posts you've missed, be sure to check out my post 31 Days of INSPIRE!
 
 
In this day and age, it seems so much stock is put in being productive. There is so much that needs doing, and if you're not getting one of those things done, you're being lazy.
 
But it seems we have made ourselves too busy. We've lost the art of simply enjoying life because we're so worried about getting things done. We make a to-do list, and if we happen to finish with time to spare, we move on to tomorrow's list.
 
But it's never enough. The list never ends...
 
And I have to wonder how much we are missing in life because we have our eyes glued on our to-do list. We're so stuck in the "go go go" mentality that we don't take time to enjoy what we've been given.
 
And it's sad, really...
 
 Today, I want to encourage you to take a few minutes and just breathe. Stop cleaning, leave the dishes in the sink, turn the cell phone off, and allow yourself to enjoy a few moments of simplicity. Read a book, listen to some music, take a walk, or play with your kids.
 
 
I know it's hard. I know there's probably "better" stuff you could be doing. But trust me- these are the moments we need to cherish...
 
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My question for you is do you think we have gotten too busy? What are some steps we can take towards de-cluttering our schedules? Leave your thoughts in the comment section below or over on my Facebook page!

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Homeschooler. Writer and blogger. Movie-critic. Over-thinker and second-guesser. Bibliophile. Second child. And all at 16 years old.

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10 comments

  1. UnknownOctober 29, 2014 at 2:18 PM

    I wholeheartedly agree! Yesterday I took time to fingerprint with my three year old. I loved the memory we made and it was also a fun stress reliever for me! Thanks for reminding us that it is ok to Breathe and enjoy life!

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    1. Anastasia RoseOctober 29, 2014 at 3:57 PM

      That sounds like such a sweet, fun thing to do! I'm glad you were able to spend some time doing a little craft with your little one. Thank you for sharing!

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  2. RomiOctober 29, 2014 at 2:50 PM

    'Being' is more important than 'doing.' Sadly, our busy lives often make us forget this. The first step would be to stop and ask ourselves if we are not too busy and get our priorities right.

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    1. Anastasia RoseOctober 29, 2014 at 3:59 PM

      I think we definitely need work out our priorities! That's something I'm working on right now.... Thank you for sharing!

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  3. MoiOctober 29, 2014 at 3:34 PM

    Great idea! Thanks for saying so - going to rest as soon as I write tomorrows post!

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    1. Anastasia RoseOctober 29, 2014 at 4:00 PM

      Good luck on the post! And thank you for stopping by!

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  4. AnonymousOctober 29, 2014 at 3:35 PM

    Indeed, the list never does end. You ask great questions, Anastasia. May our hearts bend toward His answer in our hearts.

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    1. Anastasia RoseOctober 29, 2014 at 4:01 PM

      Thank you for sharing that, today, and especially for the words of encouragement!

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  5. UnknownOctober 29, 2014 at 4:13 PM

    Life has become so busy and fast and i agree we all need to take a moment and smell the roses.

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  6. Tara UlrichOctober 29, 2014 at 7:51 PM

    Our world has become so go go go! And I'm just as guilty as the next person. Great post to read; a great reminder for us all to slow down. "Be still and know that I am God!"

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