After years of constant motion, I didn’t know how to stop. But the discomfort of stillness revealed something deeper—a path back to myself. This issue of Currents explores the courage to return, the healing in presence, and the soul’s quiet readiness to move again.

I used to fill every pause. Even 30 seconds of silence felt loud - like something was wrong if I wasn’t doing, saying, or responding to something.

Recently I was reminded just how deep those old patterns can run...This latest reflection highlights what it means not just to find stillness - but to live from it.

“Be still. The quieter you become, the more you can hear.” - Ram Dass

In that space—bare, honest, stripped of all pretenses – I began to see more clearly. To hear more truthfully.

What was left when I couldn’t do, or produce, or care for others in the way I was used to?

What remained was me – and an invitation to meet myself, fully.

In the moments when life feels wild, remember: You have the power to choose.The question I have for you is this: will you choose to meet life through the lens of expansion and openness? Will you choose to say yes to the fullness of who you are becoming?

I have observed a growing number of conscious leaders emphasize the importance of their daily rituals and habits in achieving success; daily mindfulness practices such as breathwork, meditation, and spending time in nature are among the most widely adopted and recommended. As more leaders embrace these simple, yet profound, practices in the workplace, individuals will feel a sense of empowerment to navigate life's challenges with more ease and grace, ultimately leading to enhanced productivity and creativity in the workplace.

Our capacity to cope with stress and navigate change supports our mental health and overall well-being. Whether on the field, in the workplace, or in the classroom, each of us can benefit from the clarity we receive when we consciously regulate our nervous system with our breath.