05/21/2026
The gift of being really present. I see it a lot in my work. I love that so much.
But often here on social media, in the tailspin of over consumption, and comparison, the gift of really being present is easily missed it seems.
I’m guilty of it for sure! It’s a common reason I take long breaks from posting all the beautiful work I get to do, to find respite from this online cycle.
And, as a mom, sometimes really being present feels second fiddle when you’re trying to navigate the day the best you can with love and in chaos (ha!)
I have felt the ever growing longing to really exist in my own moments too. I do so well truly being present in other people’s moments as my job, that sometimes, somehow… I can more easily forget to really be present and stop hurrying along in my own moments. I’m sure I’m not alone here 🤍
It is such a worthwhile effort to remember how rare this all is.
And working at this has created a measurable impact in my work too. Welcoming slowness (still working in a timely matter of course).
I often find when doing anything, I have the feeling of “hurry up Tori!” and so I started asking myself, what’s the rush? Having a toddler is a great way to combat a constant hurried mental cycle haha! Of course there is always balance to find in this too, especially in business!
Anywho, I hope you enjoyed my ramblings.
May your photos feel like living memories. The reminder of the gift of being present in a moment.
And may creativity find you and become a beautiful antidote in the struggle of remaining present in the modern world.