Are You Living Simply?

What are you really going for right now? Freedom? Happiness? A new job? Maybe it’s emotional stability, rearranging your home to create a fresh start, or simply trying to make ends meet. Perhaps you’re going through a breakup or need to let go of things that no longer serve you so you can create space for new beginnings.

Or maybe it’s something simpler. Maybe you’re learning how to de-clutter, to uncomplicate your life, to break down the chaos into something more manageable.

Or… are you just doing the same old thing you’ve always done and expecting a miracle?

Whatever it is, if you want to move forward, it’s so important to get clear on what you want and to focus on it. But how do you do that? And why does it matter?

The Power of Focus

Your mind is like a compass—it goes where you point it. If you don’t give it a clear direction, it will likely wander toward negativity, rehashing old worries or doubts. The brain is powerful, and if not trained to focus positively, it can quickly spiral into destructive patterns.

Think of it like training a child or a puppy. You don’t just tell them once not to touch something—they need consistent reminders until they learn. It’s the same with your mind.

Last year was tough for so many people. For some, it felt like everything fell apart. And yet, for others, it was a time of growth and transformation. How is it that two people can experience the same year so differently?

It comes down to perspective and focus. What are you looking at? Are you focusing on what went wrong, or are you finding the lessons and choosing to grow from them?

Let’s Get Real

Here’s an example:

“I lost my job on Monday, and I feel totally devastated. It’s like I’ve lost a part of myself. I can’t stop crying, and all my confidence has vanished. I used to be so happy and bubbly, and now I just feel empty.”

It’s okay to feel this way—those emotions are valid. But what happens next is up to you. You have a choice in how you frame this experience.

Option one: *I’ve lost a part of me.*

Option two: *My purpose in that job has come to an end. This is an opportunity to grow and explore something new.*

The situation doesn’t change, but your perspective does. Instead of staying stuck in loss, you can start asking questions like, “What did I love about that job? What didn’t I love? What kind of work would make me feel fulfilled moving forward?”

Trust me, I’ve been there. I’ve lost jobs and felt like I lost myself along with them. I used to believe my job was my identity, that what I *did* was who I *was*. But that’s not true. Your job—or any external thing—does not define you. It’s just something you *do*.

Breaking the Cycle

Society has taught us to tie our worth to things—our jobs, our possessions, our titles. It’s this endless loop: you work a job you don’t love to pay for things you don’t need, hoping they’ll make you feel good. But they don’t, so you keep chasing.

The higher up the ladder you go, the more you spend, the more trapped you feel. It’s a cycle that keeps you disconnected from your true self.

But you can break free. You don’t have to stay on the merry-go-round. Simplifying your life—letting go of what doesn’t serve you—can help you step into something more meaningful.

What I’ve Learned

Over the years, I’ve worked hard to shift out of that cycle. It hasn’t been easy, but it’s been worth it. I’ve simplified, let go, and reconnected with what truly matters.

I’ve learned that the mind craves clarity and direction. If you don’t decide what you want, you’ll default to habits that keep you stuck. But when you focus on what you want—and take small steps toward it—you can create a life that feels aligned, joyful, and free.

So let me ask you:
– What are you going for right now?
– Do you even know?
– Are you focusing on it?

Because what you focus on, you create.

Final Thoughts

Life isn’t about having all the answers or controlling every detail. It’s about showing up, doing the inner work, and trusting the process. It’s about learning to let go, simplify, and focus on what truly matters.

Whatever you’re going for, know that it’s possible. But you have to take that first step.

So, what are you going for today?