An unexpected way to free yourself from the busyness trap
“It was busy.” “I’m so busy.” “I can’t believe how busy we’ve been.” How often have you answered with “busy” when a friend asks about your weekend, your neighbor asks about your summer, or your husband asks about your day?
Sometimes we say “busy” to summarize that we did things without going into the details. However, in our society where productivity is rewarded and getting things done equals purpose, being busy can be a badge of honor.
Some of our busyness is built into our lives from our jobs, kids, homes, pets, extended families, and wider communities. We have meetings on our calendars, our phones constantly notify us of messages and calls, and we have many obligations that keep our lives full.
This article was published in the August2024 issue of Today’s Family magazine. Click here to read the full article.
Rebecca Fellenbaum is a certified life coach, intuitive guide, blogger (yep, you’re reading it right now), and entrepreneur. She helps women who have “made it” on the outside feel great about themselves on the inside so they can find joy in their lives, kids, and families. Get her free guide: Slowing Down: 9 Steps to Live With Intention to start meaning it when you say you’re doing fine.
