Time.

It’s something we all think we have, until we don’t have any. Whether that’s getting ready for an event, going through the day-to-day of our lives, or coming to the end of it.

We never think we can give anyone time, either.

We’re busy. We’re in a hurry. We know that if we push, just a little, we can make things happen or fit more tasks in a day. Hustle, grind, push, push, push. About every self-help book talks about doing more, waking up earlier, turning your 9-5 into a 5-9. If you just work harder, work longer, do more than anyone else, you can be successful. And I’m not saying they are wrong.

But the question is: At what cost?

We rush through relationships, giving the apology or the feedback or the empathy by rote. Say the programmed words, do the programmed action, check that off the list. I think we have begun to lose the art of “being”. The simple act of just fully committing to the place we are, without hurrying to get to the next thing.

We need to find a way once again to just give time.

Time to sit with people. Time to allow people to work through problems while we just support. Time to think about how they feel or what they want to say. I have seen a huge difference in my relationships when people realize that they are the most important thing in my life at that moment. I want to make it obvious, through words and actions, that I have no other place to be than right there with them.

Time is our most precious resource and the most precious gift we can give to others. Sit still. Truly listen. Look at someone in the eyes and be fully present without the urge to rush to something else. In 2026, I’m committing to slowing down, giving time to my relationships, my spiritual health, and my God-given purpose in life. I invite you to, as well, and let’s observe the changes we see!