A Moment Of Peace
By Resna Marie Brunson, MSC
One of my favorite things to do is watch the magnificence of the sunrise. As the sun peaks though the sky it seems to shout the Beatle’s lyrics “here comes the sun…its all right.” I am exhilarated by the hope of a new day. At that moment, I am not focused on yesterday or even what is anticipated once I walk away from that spot. I am immobilized in the present while undergoing a moment of peace.
Sometimes during the hustle and bustle of life we simply need a moment of peace. A time when we are transfixed and have silenced our racing thoughts. A time where we can totally immerse ourselves in the present and our senses are awakened. Life does not schedule a time for us to take a break so we must incorporate an “intentional pause” to regroup and exhale. We may accomplish this by allowing ourselves time to rest, restore, and reflect.
Rest. I remember a doctor’s visit when my children were little. When my doctor asked me how I was doing, I answered “ tired… isn’t that the way I am suppose to be with small children.” I will never forget her quick but very impactful response. She said “NO… who told you that.” When I find myself spiraling down the rabbit hole of busyness, I reflect on my doctor’s words. In her devotional journal, Jesus Calling, Sarah Young writes,“ Your unhurried pace of living will stand out in this rush-crazed age. Some people may deem you lazy, but many more will be blessed by your peacefulness.”(Young, 2004). It is OK to stop and breath. It is OK to rest. Sometimes we need to sit on the bench. Like an athlete on the sideline, the game of life continues, but you purposely pull yourself out to rest.
Restore and Reflect. Although there are situations in life that can cause us to have a season of restoration, we can be intentional about daily renewal. How did I care for myself physically, mentally, and spiritually? Did I make myself a priority? Did I take time to reflect and process? Did I listen with my whole body today? When we neglect to practice self restoration we are not being kind to ourselves.
Daily reflection can help balance our emotions and reveal what is disturbing our peace. “Our bodies have a way of letting us know when something’s weighing on us. Maybe it’s a fluttery stomach, a foggy brain, or just feeling completely wiped out. When those signals show up, it might help to pause and gently check in: What’s been bothering you lately? What’s been sitting in the background, waiting for a little more care and attention? It doesn’t have to be all at once—just bit by bit” (Bowler, 2025). While checking in with our feelings/thoughts/emotions “we might find that truth has two close cousins: hope and peace, which are ready to meet you where you are” (Bowler, 2025)
Some moments in life may feel too difficult to process alone. There is a constant feeling of unrest and reflecting may not restore. Having someone to help you pull back the layers and experience a moment of peace may be beneficial. Ready to take the next step?
Bowler, K (2025). The Hardest Part: Hurt We Carry, Hope We Find. Simon & Schuster
Young, S (2004). Jesus Calling. Thomas Nelson
