Slowing Down, Tuning In & Finding Enough
This month’s issue is all about quiet power: slowing down, noticing spring, embracing simplicity—and reflecting on what it really means to have enough.
Hey friends 👋
I hope you've had a wonderful day—and maybe even caught a bit of sunshine already.
I can’t believe it’s the end of March again, but hey–that also means: spring is finally here!
In case you didn’t know—it’s my favorite season. And the reason is simple: everything outside starts to flourish and so do I. 🌿
Just like last time, I’ll kick off this issue with a handful of new things I’ve released this month:
🎥 YouTube Video: You're Prioritizing Wrong! How to Prioritize the Right Way
Just a couple of hours ago, I published my second video! In it, I share 2 powerful principles and 4 simple strategies that will help you master prioritization.
✍️ New Blog Post: Why Most Productivity Advice Fails
Not exactly new since I published it at the beginning of March already, but it's still worth reading if you ever found yourself frustrated with existing productivity advice that didn't work for you.
🏅 Productivity Score: Get Your Productivity Score
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Learnings, Reflections and Tips
A Mindful Walk into Spring
The other day, a dear friend of mine (who also happens to be a subscriber—hi! 👋) inspired me to try something simple but powerful: a mindful spring walk.
Here’s how it works: You go outside and intentionally look for signs of spring. Tiny buds on bare branches. The first green shoots breaking through the soil. A bird call that wasn’t there last week. The smell of wet earth or fresh grass. A bee buzzing by.
That’s it. No podcast in your ears, no phone in your hand. Just you, your senses and a little curiosity.
What surprised me was how quickly my mind shifted from busy thoughts to quiet presence. It's a subtle reset, almost like a walking meditation. A moment to reconnect with nature—and yourself.
If you’ve been feeling a bit out of rhythm lately, I highly recommend giving this a try. You don’t have to walk far or make it a big event. Just step outside and notice what’s already changing.
Slowing Down to Move Forward
Last week, I had the chance to step into something I deeply believe in: taking time away from the noise to focus on what truly matters. I hosted another one of my 5-day retreats—something I do a few times a year, inspired by Bill Gates' "Think Weeks". If you’re curious about the concept, I wrote a blog post about my very first one.
While I was there to guide and support the participants, I also took the opportunity to reflect, reset and reconnect with myself. Between coaching sessions and deep conversations, I carved out time for some focused thinking and creative exploration—both for my business and for my personal growth.
One experiment stood out in particular: a full day dedicated entirely to meditation. Over five hours of stillness, in different forms—sitting, walking, lying down. It was far from easy. My body resisted. My mind wandered. But by the end of the day, something shifted. A deep sense of calm settled in—one I hadn’t felt in weeks, maybe months.
And that’s really the power of intentional pauses: they make space for clarity, balance and groundedness to return. Not by forcing insights or chasing productivity—but by simply being present long enough for the noise to settle.
If this kind of space sounds like something you’ve been craving, I’d love to welcome you to a future retreat. You can check out upcoming dates here, and feel free to reach out with any questions.
The Power of "Enough"
While reading The Psychology of Money recently, one line stood out to me: "I have something that not many people have: enough."
That sentence really stuck with me. Because if we’re honest, most of us live in a time of unprecedented material wealth and yet, we rarely feel like we have enough. There’s always something more to strive for. Something missing. Some future upgrade we’re convinced we need.
But what if the real upgrade is this shift in perspective?
It got me thinking: how little do we actually need to live a good, meaningful life? Often, the key to happiness isn’t chasing more—but learning to see what’s already here. To embrace the things we tend to overlook or take for granted: a calm morning, a safe home, the sound of birds, a shared laugh.
Enough isn’t about settling. It’s about anchoring. And maybe, just maybe, it’s one of the most underrated forms of freedom.
Monthly Favourites
🎶 Song: Buntspecht - Reprise
One of my favorite bands right now. This song from their new album is a playful iteration on their song "Im Fluss" which was amongst my top 10 songs in 2024.
📚 Book: Derek Sivers - Useful Not True
The latest book by Derek, one of my favorite non-fiction authors. It's packed with provocative thoughts, stories and principles.
🥗 Recipe: Miso Aubergine Onigiri
We did it twice this month and it's super tasty. The recipe is in German unfortunately, but your favorite AI should be more than happy to translate it for you!
📽️ Video: Life is NOT a Journey - Alan Watts
A great reminder that life is not a journey, but essentially playful.
Book Club
We just finished our first book (Man's Search for Meaning) in the book club! 🥳
However, since we haven't had our discussion yet, I’ll wait another month before sharing my biggest takeaways.
If you want to join the next round, hop into my Discord and check out the #book-club channel.
We haven’t picked the next book yet, but Deep Work by Cal Newport is looking promising.
Community Question
What does enough mean to you?
Coming back to the reflection I shared above: When was the last time you felt like you had enough and what does enough mean to you?
It’s such a simple word and yet, so powerful. For some, enough might mean having time. For others, it’s about feeling safe, free or deeply connected. It’s personal. And it changes.
If you’re up for sharing, just hit 'Reply'. I read every message.
Thanks for checking in—see you next month!
Best,
Robin