Moving Beyond Hustle: Presence In The Pause

We’ve all heard it: hustle harder when life gets tough.

But what if I told you the real secret isn’t to hustle harder — it’s to rest deeper with God?

What if what you’re really seeking in the chaos isn’t a win, but His peace? What if the goal isn’t to power through mentally drained and exhausted — but to be refilled and refueled, only pouring out from your overflow?

Trying to hustle through fatigue doesn’t just cause resentment — it can lead to poor decisions. Have you ever made a big decision in the heat of a reaction, only to realize later it wasn’t the right move?

It’s easy to get in your feelings if you aren’t careful. It’s the same with fear and doubt — if they’re leading when life throws you a curveball, you’ll end up headfirst in a battle you were never meant to fight. Trust me, it’s not fun trying to untangle yourself from a mess that wasn’t yours to begin with.

I’ve learned this firsthand.

In my own seasons, I fought battles that weren’t mine — reacting instead of pausing. It wasn’t until I leaned in and paid attention to what was happening around me that I realized something important: sometimes the best thing you can do is step back.

Not every fight is yours.

For example, I remember coworkers getting upset over issues with vacation approvals. It triggered memories of old situations that weren’t pleasant. I could feel myself getting worked up — but then I paused and prayed. The Holy Spirit reminded me: This is not your battle. Set boundaries. Move over, and let God take over. You see, we get so used to saving everyone that we forget — there’s already a Savior.

In this season, I’m learning to do just that. Move over. Let God take His rightful place as Defender, Healer, and Provider.

And maybe — just maybe — that’s the invitation for you, too.

If you’ve been hustling yourself into burnout, I invite you to pause and realign. Start with my free 5-Day Redefining HER Focus in Faith Reset Guide — a simple tool to help you reset your mindset, rebuild your confidence, and reconnect with God’s peace. Redefining HER: 5 Day Reset Workbook | Jessica Harris

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You don’t have to carry what was never meant for you. Rest is not weakness. Rest is trust.