This weekend was intentionally quiet.
I spent time with my family watching movies, checked in a little on X, and went to church. Outside of that, I took a real break.
In a season where I am actively job hunting, that is not always easy to do.
There is a constant clock in the background. I am always aware of runway, responsibilities, and the pressure to keep momentum high. When you have a family depending on you, that pressure can feel loud, even during downtime.
But this weekend reinforced something important for me: rest is not separate from the work. Rest is part of the work.
If I run nonstop, I do not perform at my best. My focus slips, my decisions get noisier, and everything starts to feel heavier than it needs to. A short pause does not slow me down long term. It gives me enough margin to think clearly and execute better.
So this was a reset, not a retreat.
I am still fully locked in on the same mission. I still care deeply about creating opportunities, showing up consistently, and doing what is needed for my family. Taking a weekend to recover does not change that commitment. It strengthens it.
Monday is here, and I am ready to hit it hard again.
Looking forward to continuing this journey, one focused day at a time.