What's Up Wednesday
The Urgency to Slow Down
There’s something I’ve been noticing lately and it’s been sitting heavy on my heart.
As I travel these highways and back roads, whether I’m driving for Uber or moving through Real Talk TYME Travels, I see it every single day.
People are in a hurry. Not just a little rush, I’m talking about a constant urgency.
- Speeding.
- Swerving.
- Cutting people off.
- Trying to get somewhere faster than the next person.
And what’s even more concerning? I’ve seen the consequences. Accidents. Close calls. Moments that could’ve changed someone’s life forever all because someone didn’t want to slow down.
“But here’s the real truth… This isn’t just about the road. This is about life.”
🚦 Life Is Not Meant to Be Rushed
The same way people rush on the road… people rush in life.
They rush your healing. They rush your growth. They rush your process. They want you to move at their speed. They want you to “hurry up.” “Figure it out.” “Get there already.”
But what they don’t understand is this:
They don’t know your assignment.
They don’t know what God has called you to do.
They don’t know the weight you carry.
They don’t know the process it takes for you to become who you are meant to be.
And yet, they still try to pressure you.
🛤️ Your Journey Is Yours.
Your vision was not given to everyone. Your mission is not meant for everyone to understand.
Yes, you may invite people along the way. Yes, you may share pieces of your journey. Yes, people may support you.
But let’s be clear: They are there to assist, not to rush, control, or take over. Because when people rush you, they risk disrupting what God is developing in you. And anything forced is not sustainable.
🎯 Slow Down and Be Intentional
My word for this year is INTENTION. And I’m being reminded daily that intention requires slowing down.
Slowing down enough to:
- Hear God clearly
- Move with purpose
- Protect your peace
- Avoid unnecessary collisions (in life and in spirit)
Because just like on the road… When you rush, you risk crashing.
🌹 Smell the Roses! For Real
We hear it all the time: “Stop and smell the roses.” But when was the last time you actually did?
Life is happening right now. Not when you “arrive.” Not when everything is perfect. Not when you’ve checked every box. Right now.
And yes, life be lifin'. There will be chaos. There will be pressure. There will be people trying to rush you. But you have a choice.
You can: Speed up and risk losing yourself or slow down and stay aligned with your purpose.
Real Talk TYME Moment —
Today, I challenge you:
Slow down. Be intentional.
Move at the pace that aligns with your purpose not someone else’s pressure.
Because your journey is not a race.
It’s a calling.