In this episode of the Unfolding You Podcast, Erin Smylie Walsh explores the concept of busyness and its implications on our self-worth and daily lives. She discusses how society equates being busy with value and worth, particularly in parenting and personal life. Erin encourages listeners to reframe their understanding of busyness, suggesting they consider whether their days are full or manageable, and emphasizes the importance of being present and intentional with time. Drawing on biblical references, she highlights the need to seek spiritual fulfilment over worldly tasks, urging listeners to prioritize stillness and connection with God.
Takeaways
- Busyness is often seen as a badge of honour.
- We equate our worth with how busy we are.
- Reframing 'busy' to 'full' can change our perspective.
- Children absorb the narrative of needing to be busy.
- We should allow ourselves to just be.
- Value should be placed on meaningful activities.
- Scripture encourages us to seek God first.
- We often overlook the importance of stillness.
- Life's hustle can distract us from spiritual growth.
- Intentionality in our days leads to fulfilment.
Chapters00:00 The Burden of Busyness
03:04 Reframing Our Daily Narratives
06:04 Finding Value in Stillness
09:07 Seeking the Kingdom First