Finding beauty in stillness
The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday ~ 31 January
Ever notice how we're always scrambling to do something? Whether at work or during downtime, there’s this unspoken pressure to be 'doing something' all the time. It’s like we’re on a mission to prove our worth especially at work and mostly on social media. We feel this constant need to update everyone on our activities, as if our day doesn’t count unless it’s shared with the world. It’s a rush to fill every moment, and if we don’t, we feel guilty, like we’re missing out.
The quote by Marcus Aurelius got me thinking about this. It made me realize how we’ve become so entangled in this cycle of constant activity that we can’t even tap the brakes. We live in a world where FOMO is a must because YOLO, and we can’t just sit still.
I’m not exclusive to this world phenomenon; guilty at this too.
So, I’ve decided to do something for myself. I’ve carved out a sacred time, usually during my quiet morning coffee ritual, just for me and my thoughts. It's as important as being a good employee, wife, mom, or just a good person in this noisy world.
I've also noticed how we’ve developed this habit of multitasking during conversations – looking at our phones during Zoom calls or keeping an eye on our screens while chatting with friends. It's become so ingrained that we’re not fully present anymore.
To change this, I'm making a conscious effort to put my phone away and focus on the person I'm talking to (Hear this brain, we gotta do this!). In a world that’s always shouting for our attention, it’s my small rebellion to immerse myself in the beauty of the present moment.
Like reading Scribing Moments? Consider to tip me a coffee via Ko-fi!
I have been reading The Daily Stoic since 2019, and it has been my daily read ever since. Grab a copy for yourself!
🛒 Kinokuniya Malaysia Amazon Hardback Kindle e-Book Audible Audiobook
You can also explore my favourite bookish accessories and more on my curated shopping list on 🛒 Products I love!
Your support fuels my creative endeavors (at no extra cost to you!). Many thanks!
