I used to panic when I felt behind.
If I missed a day, I felt like I was failing.
If I didn’t keep up, I’d start beating myself up.
And once that spiral started, it didn’t just mess with my schedule — it messed with my mindset.
But I’m learning something now that I honestly wish I learned years ago:
Being behind isn’t the same thing as being broken.
Sometimes you’re not lazy.
Sometimes you’re not “falling off.”
Sometimes you’re just human — and you’re carrying real life.
Right now, I’m building my life with intention. Recovery is my priority. My health is a priority. And I’m finally learning to make decisions based on what’s wise… not what looks impressive.
For a long time, I thought pressure was productivity.
I thought if I felt stressed, that meant I was doing something right.
Like stress was proof I was “hustling.”
But stress isn’t always a sign of progress. Sometimes stress is a warning sign that you’re living outside your limits.
I’m starting to see that peace is not weakness. Peace is maturity.
And faith plays a big part in that.
God doesn’t shame us for needing rest.
God doesn’t punish us for slowing down to heal.
He cares more about who we’re becoming than how fast we’re moving.
Galatians 6:9 — “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
That verse doesn’t say “if we do it perfectly.”
It says “if we don’t give up.”
So if I’m a few days behind, I’m not going to turn that into a reason to quit. I’m going to reset, keep moving, and stay consistent — not frantic.
Because consistency beats intensity every time.
I’m learning how to show myself grace without making excuses.
How to rest without falling off.
How to catch up without rushing.
And honestly? That’s part of my growth.
I’m not aiming for a perfect timeline anymore.
I’m aiming for a healthy life.
And that’s a goal worth taking my time on.
— Josh Bridges
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