CREATE SPACE FOR WHAT FEELS MANAGEABLE AND MEANINGFUL IN ITS OWN TIME

May you continue to discover where in your life you can say: "I am not in a rush and I am growing at my own pace." May you continue to seek out space that reminds you that external markers of growth, such as achievements, timelines, or comparisons, are only one kind of perspective. In contrast, there are slower, more gentle paces that enrich life as well.

The “Just-Be” Pace - This pace is about focusing on getting through the immediate moment.
You may find yourself here if lately you've been thinking, "I just need to get through today," or "One step at a time is all I can manage right now."

The Recovery Pace - A gradual, unhurried pace that moves toward feeling a little more steady after something difficult.
You may find yourself here if lately you've been thinking, "I feel like I’m starting over," or "It’s not much, but at least it’s a start."

The Exploratory Pace - This pace allows for curiosity and trying things out without needing a clear goal.
You may find yourself here if lately you've been thinking, "I wonder what would happen if I tried this," or "Maybe I don’t need a plan yet—just a starting point."

The Waiting Pace - A pace that holds steady when outcomes or next steps are uncertain.
You may find yourself here if lately you've been thinking, "I’m not sure what’s next," or "For now, I’m just staying put until things make more sense."

The Small-Step Pace - A pace that focuses on what can be managed in the moment.
You may find yourself here if lately you've been thinking, "I’ll do what I can today," or "It’s not much, but it’s something."

The Reflective Pace - This pace slows down to make room for thoughtful observation or consideration.
You may find yourself here if lately you've been thinking, "I need time to figure this out," or "I want to understand what this really means to me."

The Sprint Pace - A faster, energized pace that may arise during short bursts of motivation or opportunity.
You may find yourself here if lately you've been thinking, "I have the energy now, so I’m going for it," or "Let’s see how much I can get done before I slow down again."

The Resting Pace - A pace that prioritizes pausing entirely to recover strength, focus, or energy.
You may find yourself here if lately you've been thinking, "I just need a break," or "Right now, resting is the most important thing I can do."

Allow yourself to consider at least one of these “paces” right now. They may seem subtle, but at the same time, they can be significant in the way they remind you that movement doesn’t have to be fast or relentless to matter. Pace yourself here and allow yourself to create space for what feels manageable and meaningful in its own time.

More in this week's series called "Making Gentle Connections", only with a subscription in the Storyteller App.

Sincerely,
Morgan Harper Nichols