The Power of Inaction

Humans have an innate tendency toward action over inaction. But when you think about it, moments of clarity usually come during moments of rest. It’s important to do and put effort into things, don’t get me wrong. But that’s our default and what we know best. It’s easy for us. It’s hard to rest. It’s hard to rest and not feel guilty.

We should fight against efforting all the time. To actively choose moments of inactivity and then actually become inactive. To use those moments to see what the universe provides for us. Our brains can do powerful acrobatics on our behalf when we take the time to go for a walk or rest in a hammock or simply let your mind wander.

I took that moment this morning, walked the dogs with an eye on all the flowers in all the yards. I let the dogs sniff them, I sniffed some. No great epiphany, but I feel ready to focus again.