What if I told you the biggest thief of your dreams isn’t failure—it’s distraction?
Think about it. Most of us don’t fail because we aren’t capable. We fail because we let little things, small interruptions, temporary pleasures, and even well-meaning people pull us off course. Every day, we’re faced with choices—scroll or study, shop or save, gossip or grow. And those choices, over time, decide whether we get closer to our purpose or drift further away.
Lately, I’ve been in a season of open doors. I’ve been pushing my dreams forward, really leaning into what I believe is my purpose. And that hasn’t come without cost. The way I spend my time has changed. The way I use my energy has shifted. And I had to learn quickly—it’s not about being against anyone or anything, it’s about knowing what my priorities are.
That means sacrifice. Sometimes it’s giving up what I enjoy, like fishing, hanging out, or buying things I don’t really need. Sometimes it’s pulling back from relationships I love, not because I don’t care, but because I know I have to invest in building something greater.
Here’s the tricky part: distractions don’t always show up as bad things. They often look like good things at the wrong time. A night out when you should be working on your business plan. A purchase that feels harmless, but pulls away from the resources you need for your vision. A conversation that eats away at the time you promised yourself you’d use to create. If you’re not careful, those small moments will stack up—and suddenly you’ll look up and realize you’re no closer to your goals than you were last year.
This is my reflection for the day: distractions aren’t just about what you notice—they’re about what you allow. The next time something pulls at your time, money, or energy, ask yourself: Does this align with where I’m going? That question alone might save you from drifting away from your purpose.