No Matter What You Do, Something’s Missing
This might just be the shift you need.
When I woke up today, I had this feeling like I was always chasing something more, but I wasn’t sure what it was.
This feeling like no matter what you accomplish, it never feels like enough?
The constant pressure to keep up, to do more, and to have more.
I know it can be overwhelming, and honestly, I’ve felt that way a lot.
I thought the answer was to keep pushing, to chase after that next thing, whether it was the latest trend, a better job, or just trying to have everything in place.
But over time, I realized that no matter how much I chased, the feeling of dissatisfaction didn’t go away.
And that’s when I started asking myself maybe the key wasn’t in getting more, but in appreciating what I already had.
You’re right, it sounds simple, but the truth, it wasn’t easy.
We’re constantly seeing things that make us feel like we’re not enough.
Whether it’s through social media, comparing ourselves to others, or hearing about the latest must-have thing.
But when I stopped for a moment and decided to focus on what was already good in my life, I felt something change inside me.
I started by writing down a few things I was grateful for.
This wasn’t a big list, just small things like my baby’s smile in the morning, my time for my family, the warmth of a cup of coffee in the quiet moments.
These things seemed small, but as I kept focusing on them, I noticed my mindset slowly shift.
Instead of feeling like I was missing out on something, I started feeling content with what I had.
And noticing the goodness in my everyday life, with this simple act of gratitude helped me feel more grounded and less stressed.
If you’re like me feeling the same way, like you’re always chasing more but still feeling stuck, maybe give this a try.
Take a few minutes to think about the small things in your life that make you smile, that bring you comfort.
Write them down.
It doesn’t have to be big or impressive, just whatever makes your heart feel a little lighter.
You might find, like I did, that shifting your focus helps you feel more at peace.
A simple step, but I’m sure it will help you find more joy right here, right now.
Cheers,
Jenni Delos Reyes