The primary emotion I felt while watching the session recording was hope. Honestly, I’ve been feeling overwhelmed lately—as I’m sure many of us are. My team is down two people at work, so I’m juggling multiple roles while trying to hire, barely staying afloat. On top of that, the news cycle feels disorienting and confusing. I struggle to find spaces where deeper, more nuanced, and informed discussions happen. To be honest, I probably just need to read less news.

This morning, watching the session and writing this response were on my to-do list, but I was tempted to dive straight into my overwhelming workload. That’s the lane I’ve been in lately, and it’s where my momentum naturally pulls me. But I felt the Lord gently encourage me to set that aside for a bit and start with this—perhaps as an exercise in trust. So I did, and I’m so glad!

Watching this week’s session was a breath of fresh air on many levels. I was deeply grateful for Ruth’s perspective and wisdom, which fostered a much more thoughtful and nuanced discussion. I also appreciated the opportunity to step away from the urgency of my tasks and gain some much-needed perspective. It makes me excited for what’s to come! I know it won’t always be comfortable, but I trust it will be good.