Some seasons of life move quickly. Others feel steady and quiet. This year has been a mix of both, filled with teaching, running, family time, travel, and new opportunities. In the middle of all that movement, I found myself thinking more about ease and how I can move through the world with a little more clarity and intention.
The Let Them Theory surfaced during this time, and while I do not agree with every part of it, a few ideas stayed with me. They felt encouraging, almost like small invitations to shift how I show up. Not rules, but gentle reminders of the kind of energy I want to carry into the next season.
Not about letting people go.
More about letting things flow.
For me, it looks like this:
If someone reaches out, I welcome it.
If they need space, I respect it.
If plans shift, I adjust instead of resisting.
If friendships change shape, I try to trust the season rather than overthink.
If new people enter my life, I stay open.
With Jet, this mindset brings a sense of calm. When he calls, I am happy. When he is busy building his own world, I am proud. Trusting the ebb and flow of our connection feels natural.
In teaching, this approach helps me stay centered. Some students form deep connections. Others connect in quieter ways. All of it matters.
Running reflects this idea too. You cannot force every mile. You settle into your breath, trust your pace, and let the path guide you. Lately, life has been feeling similar. Steady. Open. More spacious than before.
These small shifts feel like steps toward the kind of life I want to build: one with more grace, more presence, and more trust in the natural unfolding of things.
For me, it becomes something simple:
Let the right things come in.
Let the right things stay.
Let the right things grow.
Let life breathe.
It feels like moving toward a lighter version of myself, one intentional moment at a time. And right now, that feels just right.
Stride & Wonder 