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Summer is here, and that means changes, at least for me, but I suspect for you, too. More on how to handle the summer slowdown next time. Today, I want to share a personal update and ask for some feedback from you.

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As you may know, I ruptured my patella tendon and had surgery three weeks ago. I’m doing well overall, but I also have moments of anger, sadness, frustration, and grief.

This injury has changed almost everything: my work schedule, daily rhythms, and independence. Though I’ve begun physical therapy, and it’s progressing well, there are still many things I can’t do on my own and won’t be able to do for the foreseeable future.

As you can see from the picture below, I’m making the most of it and utilizing several techniques to help me.

But it’s still a long…slow…road to recovery.

Detoxing from Hurry

A few months ago, I spent a week at the Abbey of the Genesee, seeking rest and recharge. In the silence of that Trappist monastery, I came face to face with a hard truth: even after 10 years of practicing intentional rhythms, I'm still addicted to hurry.

I even wrote an apology letter to my wife, Gina, confessing how my pace was hurting her. I read it to her over the phone, and she was deeply touched. I jokingly reminded her not to be too touched yet—I still had to walk it out.

I was actively unhurrying my life when my injury happened. If I didn’t get the lesson then, I sure get it now.

Most people think slowing down means getting less done. In truth, hurry hinders us from fully appreciating and caring about what matters most—primarily the people in our path and the work that really matters.

That’s why I’m taking this opportunity to try some new things. And because of the slower pace, summer is a great time to experiment. I also want to keep improving this newsletter and make it more valuable for you, but I need your help…

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Until next time,

PS - Next time, I’ll share some strategies to help you with your own summer slowdown

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