North Columbus News

Think back to 2020, as we began to slowly reintegrate into the next phase of our lives as things began to ease up. If you can, remember your individual pace at that time. Most people that I know found that as things slowed down, they too found themselves moving at a slower pace than prior to COVID overtaking our lives.

Personally, I experienced myself moving more purposefully, not feeling the familiar need to rush through my daily activities. This was truly one of the gifts that COVID delivered, at least to me. I became considerably more conscious of how quickly or slowly I move. It became clear to me that my desire is to enjoy the pace at which I move, easily identifying those items that require my attention and not rushing to accomplish what remains on my to-do list.

So, there’s my bit; what about you? Find your own sweet spot! Each of us has an individual essence pace—the pace that is most comfortable and efficient. Here is a little exercise that can assist you in finding your essence pace: Find a hallway with some length; now walk super fast (if your hallway is short, go back again), and notice how you feel. Now do the same thing but walk very slow. For most people, this super slow pace will probably feel uncomfortable. Lastly, move again at a pace that feels good. This is your essence pace. Moving at this pace throughout your day will bring you not only to a great-feeling place but also creates substantially more productivity.

For years, I would find myself rushing through my day, which I mainly attribute to having two sets of twins two years apart; honestly, in my mind, rushing was my only option. Obviously, I can’t rewind my life; yet I wonder how different my days would have been with the discovery of the pace that is individually mine.

Enjoy this exercise and all its benefits!

Marilou Butcher Roth

Marilou Butcher Roth is the owner of The MBR Group, a coaching and training company working primarily with REALTORS who have a desire to work and live from a more inspired place. She is also the Broker/Owner of Group REALTORS in Cincinnati.

Marilou is a member of the Ohio REALTORS Board of Directors and past chairman of the organization’s Communications Committee.

Contact Marilou for coaching inquiries.

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