When unexpected snow slowed Austin to a standstill, life quietly opened up. Time felt generous. Connection deepened. Through shared meals, real conversations, and a simple daily walking practice called the Mule Mile, this reflection explores how slowing down creates clarity, steadiness, and presence in everyday life.

January 1 gets all the attention. January 5 is where things get real. By now the noise has faded. The posts have slowed down. The excitement has worn off. It can already feel like you’re behind, even though nothing meaningful has actually happened yet. That feeling isn’t failure. It’s reality settling in. January 1 is ceremonial. January 5 is honest. This is the moment when there’s no countdown clock and no audience. Just you, your calendar, and the life you’re actually livin

A quiet reflection on letting go before Christmas, creating space, and choosing a lighter way to move into the next chapter.

Our culture glorifies constant connection, but it robs you of space—the space where creativity and relationships breathe. Disconnecting from work doesn't lose momentum; it helps you recover meaning. After spending time with friends (no agenda, no phones), I realized disconnection doesn't pull you away from your life, it brings you back. As Anne Lamott said, "Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you." The pause is the power. Unplug

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