Perspective

 I think as humans, we react to things a little too brashly especially when life gets tough. At this point in my life, I'm trying to not do this anymore and learning to take time to process things more and learn to react to things in a reflective manner. Recently I have been seeing things in a more negative way instead of giving myself the grace to pause, breathe, and really assess what's happening. It's like the moment something inconvenient or unexpected happens, my brain jumps to the worst-case scenario. I start spiraling, assuming failure or disappointment before even letting life play out. And honestly? It’s exhausting.

I think so many of us are caught in this loop we expect ourselves to perform, respond, fix, or bounce back instantly, without ever giving ourselves the space to feel. But when you’re constantly on edge, it's easy to forget that not every obstacle is a disaster. Not every pause is a failure. And not every quiet moment is empty. Sometimes, it’s just room to think, heal, and adjust.

Lately, I’ve been working on shifting my mindset, learning to respond instead of react. That’s meant stepping away from my phone more often, journaling, being more intentional about how I speak to myself, and even reassessing the spaces and things I surround myself with including my wardrobe. Yes, even the clothes.

Because when you’re in a negative headspace, even the little things can feel loud. I’ve realized that certain outfits I wore during hard times carry emotional weight. So instead of constantly reaching for those pieces out of habit, I’ve started curating a closet that feels like who I am now grounded, intentional, and softer with myself.

Sustainability, too, is a practice in reflection. It’s not just about what we buy or throw out, but how we approach our habits with more patience and understanding. It means giving ourselves the room to grow out of old patterns of emotional and material and learning to let go without judgment.

So here I am, trying to be a little less reactive, a little more present. Life won’t stop being chaotic anytime soon, but maybe my approach can change. Maybe instead of seeing the worst, I can start noticing the opportunities. Not just to grow, but to breathe.