There’s a dramatic difference between motion and momentum—and as we step into the first of the year, it’s a message worth revisiting.
Imagine this: You wake up, toss the sheets back on the bed, then fling them off again. You rush to the shower, fiddle with your toothbrush and toothpaste, dash to the kitchen, chop some vegetables, and stash them in the fridge—only to take them out moments later. You pour some milk, put it back, and then, because why not, spin in circles in your living room.
All motion. Zero momentum.
Many of us live this metaphor daily. We stir around, ticking off task lists, racing between emails, meetings, and errands. But does all that activity move the needle on what truly matters?
Momentum is different. It’s deliberate, thoughtful, and pushes toward a significant goal.
Task lists, when used incorrectly, can become tools of motion. Without prioritization, they’re just noise. But when we assign “A” tasks to vital, impactful actions, “B” tasks to the important-but-not-urgent, and let go of the unnecessary “C” tasks, we can transform them into tools of momentum.
The key? Clarity and discipline.
Start your day with a power hour—a sacred time to reflect and focus.
Learn to say no to what doesn’t matter.
Identify your ultimate destination, and work steadily toward it.
You don’t have to live in crisis mode. You don’t have to be a slave to your phone or the noise of the world. True impact and joy come when you slow down, focus, and move with purpose.
God bless you as you find your momentum. Let’s make this year about significance, not just busyness.
All My Best,
Rich
