Calmed & Quieted

Some days, even writing down a list of goals feels like too much. You sit down with your planner or your favorite app, pen in hand or cursor blinking, and instead of inspiration—you feel stuck. Tired. Behind before you even begin. I’ve been there. As a single woman juggling work as an online nutritionist and helping out at church, I’ve often found myself asking, How can I keep up with everything and still keep my soul intact? The world tells us to push harder, hustle faster, achieve more. But the scriptures on setting goals offer something radically different. Proverbs 16:9 reminds us, “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes…

There are seasons in life when everything feels like a top priority. You sit down with good intentions—to focus, to breathe, maybe even to rest—and your mind starts racing with unfinished tasks, upcoming deadlines, professional goals, and all those personal expectations you never quite crossed off yesterday. In these moments, it’s hard to know where to begin. That’s why learning how to prioritize goals is not just a productivity skill—it’s a lifeline for peace of mind. Without clear direction, even the most faithful goal setting can feel like chaos in disguise. Maybe you’ve tried to set goals, but you’re still overwhelmed. Maybe you’ve pursued new skills, mapped out your strategic priorities, or followed every planner and system—only to end…

Time management in the Bible isn’t about squeezing more into your day. It’s not about running faster, optimizing harder, or stacking tasks like building blocks until there’s no air left to breathe. It’s something deeper—quieter, even. A sacred rhythm that aligns your hours with heaven’s pace. Wondering if peace is only possible on the other side of “getting everything done.”? God never asked you to do it all. The Bible speaks often—quietly, but clearly—about time. And not in the way you might expect. It doesn’t shout about hustle. It invites you into order. Not just any order, but one that reflects God’s priorities, not the world’s pressure. Christian time management, then,…

There’s something unsettling about always feeling like you’re behind. Like no matter how early you get up or how many things you cross off the list, there’s still too much work left undone. I’ve sat in that tension more times than I’d like to admit—feeling like the day sprinted ahead without me, leaving only a fog of tasks and that familiar tightness in the chest. What I’ve learned, slowly and with a few stumbles, is that poor time management isn’t just about being disorganized. It’s often about trying to carry more than we’re meant to—saying yes when we should pause, chasing unrealistic timelines, or never stopping to ask if something is truly essential. This creates…

It’s easy to say “God is the most important thing in my life.” But—if we’re honest—our calendars often tell a different story. Between packed schedules, endless to-do lists, and the quiet fatigue of much serving, time with God tends to get pushed to the margins. I’ve been there. Mornings slip by while I juggle breakfast and work drop-offs, and by the time evening comes… my mind is tired and my heart scattered.But here’s the truth: spending time with God isn’t another task—it’s a lifeline. Like newborn babies crave milk, our soul thirsts for communion with the Heavenly Father. We were never meant to navigate different seasons of life without hearing the voice of God regularly. Scripture whispers this throughout its pages.…

There was a season in my life when I said yes to everything—every request, every favor, every invitation. I thought it was love. I believed it was service. But honestly, it was exhaustion. I was constantly depleted, showing up for others while quietly neglecting the most important things—my time with God, my family, and even my own mental health. It wasn’t until I stumbled across a few Bible verses about boundaries—yes, they’re there—that something clicked. Love doesn’t mean self-neglect. And saying no isn’t rebellion. Sometimes it’s obedience. In the physical world, we get property lines. Boundary lines are clear; they mark what belongs to you and what doesn’t. But in the spiritual world and in everyday life, we get…

Sometimes, it’s not the big things that change your day, but the tiniest ones—the ones you almost overlook. Like the smell of fresh sheets right before bed or that first sip of coffee when the house is still quiet. There’s a sort of hush that settles over your soul when you notice these moments. They don’t shout; they whisper. And I think that’s why they matter so much. After a long day, when the dishes are done and the washing machine hums in the background, I’ll often light a candle or open a good book. Nothing flashy. Just a small pause before bedtime. These simple pleasures pull me back to the present—away from the mental noise and closer…