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Embracing the Slow Lane
Slowing down is a strategy—not a weakness.
Seth Thomas
May 07, 2025
Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.
Good Morning. Speed has become the default. But being in a rush doesn’t mean you’re making real progress—it often just means you’re operating on autopilot. Intentional slowness allows for better decisions, fewer mistakes, and more connection to your work.
Pace is a lever. When you slow down deliberately, you regain control over where your time and energy go. Let today be less about racing and more about refining.
Today’s Challenge
Pick one task and give it double the time you normally would. Notice what changes.
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