I learned a new term this summer and I’m working HARD to try and apply it to my own life. So far, I haven’t been as successful as one would hope, but I’m not giving up!

Let me introduce you to JOMO ~ the joy of missing out!!

As a person that has FOMO A LOT and often says “yes” without really thinking if I have the time, energy, or resources to give/attend/show up, I really think JOMO is the answer.

When I’m living in FOMO, I’m stretched thin, overtired, and downright cranky.

But when I say “no” and do so joyfully, then I get to celebrate all the other folks that said yes and are able to give more fully to the experience or situation. I get to cheer them on while looking at their super fun IG stories. I get to be excited because they’re excited. And I don’t have to feel resentful that I said “yes” to more fun when really I should have said “no” joyfully.

At my core, I’m a person that celebrates other people and when I’m struggling and someone else is succeeding, it does not bother me in the slightest. In fact, it helps to lift my spirits up a bit, because it reminds me that my slump isn’t going to last forever.

And that is probably why I’m so excited about the idea of JOMO. That I can excitedly say “no” and have absolute joy that the party goes on, even if I’m going to sit this one out and collect myself a bit.

And that is my encouragement for you this week….

To practice the art of JOMO… together.

To lovingly decline a great opportunity in order to say “yes” to something slower and more aligned.

To excitedly say “no” to a social invite so the two of you can carve out a bit more time together.

To joyfully nix a fun idea on the list and instead lean into a long walk and a good book.

As we all continue on in a sustained (and clearly unrealistic) pace of busyness, I hope that you indulge in more JOMO!

Yours,
-A

P.S. If you’re working to slow down together, but still struggling with communicating effectively, why not enroll in the Communication Masterclass? It might be just what the two of you need to get things back on track.