I used to find comfort in chaos. The go go go switch was always on, and I convinced myself that the grind meant growth. Movement felt like progress, even when I wasn’t moving toward anything real. It wasn’t until this year that I learned to slow down again. The quieter pace felt unfamiliar and sometimes uncomfortable, but in that space I started hearing myself more clearly. I found ideas I had been rushing past. I found a version of peace I didn’t know I was allowed to have. What I learned is this: slowing down does not mean falling behind. It means giving yourself enough room to breathe so you can create with intention instead of urgency. If life feels loud right now, let this be your reminder to create a pocket of stillness for yourself. Your clarity often lives there. #SelfImprovement - @kristinetheplant