Yes to all of this. My Word of the Year for 2025 is Yutori. It’s a Japanese term for giving everything the time it needs. One of my non-negotiable this year is “no rushing.” During my end of year reflection, I realized a huge hidden source of stress for me was rushing everywhere.
This year I have been adding buffers, including putting the time it takes to drive to and from the gym, feed my dog, etc in my schedule so people don’t try to book things in these windows.
I have also started experimenting with Subtraction Scheduling. At the end of every week when I sit down to plan the next one, I get really picky about what’s on it and try to find at least three things to cancel/subtract. My goal by the end of the year is to have trained my brain enough to not put those “auto-yes” items on my schedule in the first place.
"Lately, I’ve realized that the greatest luxury isn’t time itself—it’s choosing not to hurry through life." This hits!! What a great article. I'm glad we are moving on from the girlboss and hustle culture too
Thanks Camille! I get goosebumps thinking about it! I’ll do a solo trip, so all the time I’m there is mine! Lol. Starting to write my itemized must do & see list!
Yes to all of this. My Word of the Year for 2025 is Yutori. It’s a Japanese term for giving everything the time it needs. One of my non-negotiable this year is “no rushing.” During my end of year reflection, I realized a huge hidden source of stress for me was rushing everywhere.
This year I have been adding buffers, including putting the time it takes to drive to and from the gym, feed my dog, etc in my schedule so people don’t try to book things in these windows.
I have also started experimenting with Subtraction Scheduling. At the end of every week when I sit down to plan the next one, I get really picky about what’s on it and try to find at least three things to cancel/subtract. My goal by the end of the year is to have trained my brain enough to not put those “auto-yes” items on my schedule in the first place.
Less rushing = More energy.
Absolutely love this - inspired Emily!!
‘Scheduling subtraction’….genius! Thank you so much for sharing.
"Lately, I’ve realized that the greatest luxury isn’t time itself—it’s choosing not to hurry through life." This hits!! What a great article. I'm glad we are moving on from the girlboss and hustle culture too
👏🏼 couldn’t agree more!!!
Sad to say... I live for the weekend. I need to rethink my life.
LOVED this post! Thank you for providing simple yet powerful ways to infuse more intention and less ‘hurry’ in our everyday lives.
I’m so glad Sterling!! It’s not easy to do in the busy culture in which we live, but the peace we can experience is so worth the journey ❤️
What a wonderful Sunday morning read! Thank you. Inspiring in many ways. One day I will visit Texas! Top of my bucket list. I love your pictures too.
Thanks Sarah, means so much. Come to austin!!
Thanks Camille! I get goosebumps thinking about it! I’ll do a solo trip, so all the time I’m there is mine! Lol. Starting to write my itemized must do & see list!
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I needed this post--I am printing parts out--and love the soundtrack to put me into my own space. Thank you!
Yay!! Hope you love this playlist as much as I do!
I hear you yes!
season of slowness, xxo
Love this … nothing like a road trip to clear the brain. Can you share your itinerary. Where did you stay ?