I want to share something close to my heart with you today: CAPACITY. Do you ever pause to ask yourself, “Do I truly have the capacity to handle this task?” or “Am I stretching myself too thin?” Often, we say yes to everything, driven by a desire to maintain peace and please others. But I urge you to consider: How much capacity do you really have within you? Are you nurturing your soul or depleting it? Take a look at your calendar. Do you see those open spaces as opportunities to add more tasks? Before you fill every moment, I invite you to use this time to intentionally create a reality that fulfills you rather than just keeping busy. As women, we often feel the need to do it all. We seek validation through our accomplishments at work and in our personal lives, but we rarely stop considering the toll this takes on our physical health, mental space, and emotional well-being. Society often measures our worth by what we do for others, but I’m here to tell you: Do not measure your worth based on what you do for others. Your worth is yours to define. We each have a finite capacity for energy, focus, and drive. Yet, we are conditioned to push beyond our limits. Here’s a little secret: You don’t have to do everything. It’s okay to say no. Look at your calendar now and see what you can cross off. Use your voice and your willpower to protect your time and energy. When you set clear, powerful intentions for your life, letting go of things that don’t bring you joy becomes easier. This isn’t about neglecting your responsibilities or the people you love. It’s about nurturing them on your terms without sacrificing your well-being. There is a profound difference between caring for others and depleting yourself in the process. If you don’t draw this line, you’ll find yourself frustrated and drained. I’ve been there too. I used to do everything for everyone around me. Listen – if you don’t take control of your energy now, you will eventually find yourself completely depleted. You won’t have the energy or desire to live the life you want because you’ve given too much of yourself away. I encourage you to subtract from your schedule instead of constantly adding to it. Embrace downtime as a precious opportunity to listen to your inner voice and the world around you. When you slow down, you’ll start to notice the beauty in the little things: the birds chirping, a hummingbird’s fleeting presence, or a butterfly fluttering by. These moments are all around us, but when we are constantly rushing, we miss them. Stop. Look. Listen. Relax. Breathe. Conserve your energy for the things that truly matter. Today, take a moment to assess your capacity and make intentional choices that honor your well-being. You deserve it.
Love, Isabel
Isabel Draughon | 
