Subject: Making Space for What Truly Matters

2 days ago I started a 16-month Spiritual Direction program, and on the first day, one of the teachers said this:“You said yes. You followed a nudge. You made a commitment—a financial, time, and energy commitment. What might you need to make less of a priority so that this can be a priority for you?”

I appreciated the powerful reminder that we cannot do everything all at once. We can’t keep adding new habits, new commitments and new goals to our to-do list without creating space for them. It's not always about doing more.

It's about letting go of the non-essentials, recognizing what no longer serves you, and creating the capacity to fully show up for what you’ve chosen. Whether it’s an old habit, a recurring distraction or something you’ve outgrown, consider the following adjustments for shifting priorities:

• Limit after-work social engagements to ensure you have time for an evening exercise session or time to relax.

• Cut back on social media time to go to bed earlier and prioritize better sleep.

• Put boundaries around work emails or after-hours calls to dedicate time to family or rest.

• Skip a less essential errand or task to focus on your mental or emotional well-being through mindfulness or meditation.

  
  

So, as you reflect on your current priorities and commitments, consider: What can I release in this season of my life to honor a current priority?