Before The Chaos (8/25)

Good morning from close friends Brett Hobbs and Michael Barone. We are here every Monday morning to help prepare you Before The Chaos!

The power of pausing.

Life moves fast. Work, relationships, goals, responsibilities - it can all feel like a blur. But sometimes the most powerful thing you can do isn’t to push harder, it’s to pause.

Think of your time as 100%. How much of that is spent moving forward at full speed, and how much is spent reflecting, recharging, and being present? If the balance is off, you may find yourself busy but not fulfilled.

A pause doesn’t mean you’re falling behind. It means you’re giving yourself space to breathe, reset, and realign with what matters.

Reflection

“When was the last time I gave myself permission to pause and simply be?”

“What small moments in my day could I use as a reset instead of rushing through?”

Take Action Task

Set a 3-minute timer right now, close your eyes, and just breathe.

One Achievable Goal

Set one goal that must be completed before week’s end.

Ours is to take one intentional pause each day this week - whether it’s a 5-minute walk, a deep breath before a meeting, or a quiet moment before bed.

VERSE

Psalm 46:10

“Be still, and know that I am God.”

Closing

The world rewards constant motion, but wisdom comes in the stillness. Give yourself permission to pause and mediate - you may find more clarity than constant hustle could ever bring.

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Have a blessed day,

Brett & Michael