unleash your sunday serenity: small shifts, big impact

hey, there!

as we ease into this tranquil sunday, let's embrace a powerful truth from richard carlson: control less, live more. yesterday, you created a 'joy jar' - a beautiful reminder that happiness is often found in life's simplest moments. today, let's take that idea further.

imagine your life as a garden. how much energy do you spend trying to control every little weed or imperfection? what if, instead, you focused on nurturing the flowers that truly matter? carlson's wisdom reminds us that when we loosen our grip on the small stuff, we create space for life's true wonders to bloom.

think about it - how often do sunday worries about the week ahead steal your present joy? today, let's practice the art of letting go. as you move through your day, notice the little things that usually bug you. a messy room, a change in plans, a small setback. instead of fretting, take a deep breath and ask yourself: 'will this matter in a year?' more often than not, the answer is no.

by releasing these minor concerns, you're not just reducing stress - you're actively cultivating peace and presence. remember, life's beauty often lies in its imperfections. so, are you ready to trade control for serenity?

daily exercise

set a 5-minute timer and write down three things you're worrying about. for each worry, ask yourself: 'can i control this?' if yes, jot down one small action you can take. if no, practice saying 'i choose to let this go' and take a deep breath. feel the lightness that comes with releasing what you can't control.

brick by brick,
🧱 blake & luke 🧱