In this short reflection, Nancy Murray shares a simple and powerful mindfulness practice for navigating busy seasons without overwhelm. After several weeks of travel, family time, and full schedules, Nancy reflects on how staying present—focusing only on the moment in front of you—can make even the most demanding periods manageable.
Drawing from her personal experience of recovery and resilience, Nancy reminds us that mindfulness isn’t about doing more or planning further ahead. It’s about asking one steadying question: What can I do right now? When we stop pulling our attention into tomorrow or the long to-do list, we reclaim clarity, calm, and capacity.
This message is especially relevant during the holiday season, when stress and distraction can easily take over. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, or simply stretched thin, this gentle mindfulness reminder offers a practical way to reset, refocus, and return to the present moment.
Nancy C. Murray is a lifelong seeker, guide, and joyful connector—devoted to awakening the inner light within each person she meets. For over two decades, she has walked alongside others on their journeys of healing, presence, and purpose. Learn more about Nancy and her upcoming book, “This is How It Is: Reclaiming the Joy of Being Alive,” at www.deeppeacect.com
