We can choose peace over productivity.
In fact, there may be a number of situations and contexts where we need to hear such freedom.
We really can choose peace over productivity.
We have constructed our culture in such a way to value productivity above much else — including our own wellbeing and the wellbeing of our neighbors.
When we are hurting, or when something in the news cycle hits close to home, how often do internalized messages bubble up to the surface, conveying. . . ?
“Come on. Get on with it.”
“This isn’t as bad as what ________ experienced. Why can’t I get anything done?”
“I don’t have time to think about this. I have so much to do.”
“Look competent.”
“Get it together.”
These are self-critical messages in contexts where our productivity and our constructed image are viewed more highly than our true selves and our need for wholeness.
Well, guess what matters more?
You — the real you — and your wholeness.
We can choose peace over productivity.
So what space do you need today?
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